Museo Provincial de Bellas Artes Franklin Rawson, Fine arts museum in San Juan, Argentina
The Provincial Museum of Fine Arts Franklin Rawson spans 4,805 square meters and displays a collection of 945 artworks including paintings, sculptures, prints, and photographs.
The museum collection began formation in 1850 through the efforts of Benjamin Franklin Rawson, Domingo Faustino Sarmiento, and his sister, leading to its first establishment in 1936.
The museum maintains dedicated spaces for local artists, traveling exhibitions, an auditorium, a library, and workshop areas for artistic and educational activities.
Visitors can explore both permanent and temporary exhibitions through daily guided tours conducted by specialized staff members who provide detailed information about the artworks.
The current building, inaugurated in 2011, occupies the former Provincial Casino location and features architectural design by Carlos Gómez Centurión, Laura Elizondo, and Gustavo Suárez.
Location: San Juan
Inception: October 13, 2011
Address: Av Libertador 862 (Oeste) J5400ARV
Website: https://museofranklinrawson.org
GPS coordinates: -31.53326,-68.51434
Latest update: March 11, 2025 17:11
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