Bernasconi Institute

The Bernasconi Institute is a four-story educational complex with Italianate design that occupies a large property in Buenos Aires. The building extends across an eight-hectare grounds and currently houses multiple schools serving thousands of students.

The building was constructed between 1921 and 1929 following a donation by Swiss-Italian manufacturer Felix Bernasconi, who converted his private estate into a school facility. His gift transformed the property into an open educational institution for the community.

The institute contains a museum with educational artifacts and botanical collections that document the history of schooling in Argentina. Visitors can explore historical teaching materials and plant specimens displayed within rooms featuring marble walls.

The grounds feature heated indoor pools and various school facilities that serve the educational community. Plan adequate time to walk through the different school areas and explore the museum spaces within the complex.

The building features a carillon tower that rings out on special occasions. The auditorium contained an innovative retractable glass ceiling that allowed concerts to be held in open-air conditions.

Location: Parque Patricios

Inception: 1929

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

Floors above the ground: 4

GPS coordinates: -34.63417,-58.40143

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40