Museo del Libro y de la Lengua Horacio González

The Museo del Libro y de la Lengua Horacio Gonzalez is a museum dedicated to books and language that spreads across several floors of a building designed by architect Clorindo Testa. The exhibition space contains collections related to book culture and also features contemporary artworks that engage with writing and literary themes.

The institution opened in 2011 as a new space for preserving and sharing knowledge about books and written culture. The building's design and construction took place in the years before, creating this public gathering place for literary and cultural exploration.

The ground floor displays exhibits about how books have been published and distributed in Argentina through different periods. The upper levels feature rotating contemporary art exhibitions that explore the relationship between visual art and written words.

The museum is located in a central neighborhood and is easy to reach, with open hours in the afternoon and evening from Tuesday through Sunday. Entry is free and the exhibitions are open to all visitors.

The building itself was designed by one of Argentina's most acclaimed 20th century architects, making it an interesting example of modern design. Its layout and structure make it more than simply a container for books and language displays.

Location: Buenos Aires

Inception: September 29, 2011

Official opening: September 29, 2011

Operator: Biblioteca Nacional

Part of: National Library of the Argentine Republic

Address: Av. Las Heras 2555 - Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina (C1425ASC)

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 14:00-19:00

Phone: +541148080090

Website: https://bn.gov.ar/biblioteca/museo

GPS coordinates: -34.58532,-58.39943

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25