Sarmiento historic museum, History museum in Belgrano district, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Description
The Sarmiento Museum occupies a 19th-century Italian-style townhouse with multiple exhibition rooms throughout its floors. The building displays furniture, artworks, and personal belongings that tell the story of the family's domestic life.
History
The building was constructed in 1873 and briefly served as a government administrative center during the 1880s. This period marked a transition when authorities reorganized their operations in the city.
Culture
The name honors an Argentine president remembered as a reformer and educator. Walking through, you see personal objects and artworks that show how the family lived and decorated their home during that era.
Practical
The museum is located in a residential neighborhood and is easy to reach on foot. The rooms spread across multiple floors, so wear comfortable shoes and allow time to browse through the collections.
Did you know?
A portrait from 1884 hangs in the collection, painted by the president's granddaughter. The work is regarded as one of the most accurate likenesses of this historical figure.
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