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Things to do in Mexico City, Mexico: The Best Specialty Museums
Rising from the ruins of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, Mexico City offers a unique collision of contemporary city life and historic preservation. World-class museums, restaurants and parks rub shoulders with the remains of several cultures. The nightlife, the shopping and the history make it a must-see regardless of your travel style.
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1. Franz Mayer Museum (Museo Franz Mayer)
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4.5 based on 441 reviews
The Museum Franz Mayer Is a cultural trust administered by the Bank of Mexico, with a Board established by the German philanthropist and collector Franz Mayer. For 32 years, this non-profit institution has been dedicated to preserve, research and present an extensive collection of books, paintings, and decorative arts which constitute Franz Mayer’s legacy, as well as other important collections, such as the Collection of Popular Art by Ruth D. Lechuga and William Spratling. The museum is located in a unique 16th century building in the Historic Center of Mexico City, which belonged to the order of San Juan de Dios and functioned as a hospital until 1966. The Franz Mayer Museum encourages innovation and creativity through researching, preserving and presenting art and design present in its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Furthermore, the museum seeks to be an institution of excellence that provides experiences of knowledge and enjoyment to all publics, contributing
Reviewed By HCmundo - Dublin, Ireland
Professionally organized museum of decorative arts featuring ceramics, textiles, furniture and objects d’art in cloister/ancient hospital adjacent to church. Well done temporary exhibition of ‘indigo’ use in textiles and porcelain (azulejos tile). Small space also featured university student art on second level. Covid safe protocols in place and friendly docents, but go early to avoid crowds even at a sana distancia. Cafe in open, airy courtyard with a small garden and fountain is wonderful spot for a contemplative coffee or relaxing beer. Small but lovely gift shop.
2. Museo Biblioteca Palacio Postal
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
The headquarters of the city's postal service, this huge castle-like structure is a striking architectural site.
3. Memory and Tolerance Museum
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4.5 based on 1,570 reviews
The Memory and Tolerance Museum delinates -in a didactic manner- the historical memory of the multiple genocides and crimes against humanity. The visit warns the viewer of the danger of difference, discrimination and violence in order to engender responsability, respect and consciousness in each and every person. Contemporary subjects are also presented in order to lead us to reflect on the role we wish to play in our every day lives. Tolerance, diversity, dialogue and empathy force us to see the commitment we all have to humanity. The visitor is invited to be generators of change through social action.
Reviewed By akimball2k - Mexico City, Mexico
This museum focuses initially on the World War II Holocaust and covers genocidal atrocities in other regions like Armenia, Guatemala, Rwanda, Bosnia, Darfur and others which I found to be a unique experience compared to other museum experiences I've had. While each exhibit is full of information, poignant, and approached with a multi-media experience, I really appreciated the corrollary to the exhibit: tolerance, commnunity, diversity, acceptance. This included the effects of modern day technology (fake news, social media) and certain presidents deriding certain nationalities which made me feel tremendously ashamed. I thought the temporary exhibit was well done, though a little juvenile, I'm glad this museum aims to plant seeds early and is accessible to all ages. I noticed in the bookstore that other temporary exhibitions are ones I regret missing, too. Really well done!
4. Museo Nacional de la Estampa
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
This museum examines prints, engravings and other graphic arts from pre-Columbian times to present day.
Reviewed By UncleBilly232 - Kauai, United States
...it is a "print" museum; lithographs, block prints, etc. The collection varies. What we saw on our visit we thought was fantastic. Yes, it's a small museum, maybe an hour or so, but, if you're a fan of prints, well worth your time. Although there's little English it really isn't necessary. The exhibits are well displayed, staff friendly and enthusiastic. Recommended.
5. Pinacoteca Virreinal de San Diego
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
A gallery of religious paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries located in a former church.
6. Museo de la Policia Preventiva de la Ciudad de Mexico.
7. Museum Of Folk Art Mexico City
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