Museo Nacional de San Carlos, European art museum in Cuauhtémoc, Mexico
The National Museum of San Carlos occupies a neoclassical palace, displaying paintings, sculptures, and tapestries from European artists between the 14th and 20th centuries.
The building, designed by architect Manuel Tolsá in the late 18th century, served as a palace, cigar factory, and National Lottery headquarters before becoming a museum.
The collection includes works from Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical periods, featuring artists like Lucas Cranach, Frans Hals, and Auguste Rodin.
Located at Puente de Alvarado 50 in Tabacalera district, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM with free admission on Sundays.
The Erik Larsen Library within the museum contains over 5,000 specialized art books and magazines available for research and consultation.
Location: Cuauhtémoc
GPS coordinates: 19.43813,-99.15193
Latest update: March 6, 2025 08:11
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