Galería Nacional de Arte

The Galería Nacional de Arte is an art museum in Tegucigalpa that displays pre-Columbian stone sculptures through contemporary Honduran paintings across several exhibition halls. The collections span different artistic periods and allow visitors to explore the visual expressions of various eras.

The museum was founded in 1996 and occupies the former Convent of Merced from 1654, representing colonial architecture in Tegucigalpa. The conversion of this historic building allowed the institution to preserve artistic collections within a significant architectural space.

The gallery displays religious silver art and works by local contemporary artists that reflect the artistic traditions of the region. Visitors can observe how traditional craftsmanship techniques continue in modern artistic expressions here.

The museum offers guided tours, educational programs, and workshops for visitors interested in learning about Honduran art history and contemporary artistic expressions. It is helpful to check on current exhibitions before your visit to make the most of your time there.

The building blends original colonial-era architecture with modern exhibition spaces across multiple levels, allowing historic and contemporary artistic expressions to coexist within the same structure. This combination of heritage walls and contemporary design creates a distinctive setting for encountering art.

Location: Tegucigalpa

Official opening: July 31, 1996

Website: http://galerianacionaldeartehonduras.org

GPS coordinates: 14.10644,-87.20811

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06