Museo Nacional de la Revolución
The Museum of the Revolution offers an excellent opportunity to us to approach to us up to one of the more important historical times of this country. By means of objects and biographies of its main protagonists, one of the most violent and bloody times recreates to which the country must some of the most important profits of its last time. A visit to the museum can be an excellent departure point to enter to us in the study of this important political event. The videos that project in several spaces of the museum constitute very interesting an informative complement.
Museo Nacional de la Estampa (Museum of Engraving)
Displays include those from pre-Hispanic times, when clay seals were used for designs on fabrics, ceramics, and other surfaces. But the most famous works here are probably those of José Guadalupe Posada, Mexico's famous printmaker, who poked fun at death and politicians through his skeleton figure drawings.
Museo Nacional de AntropologÃa
Opened in 1968, this museum is one of the best of its kind. A gigantic statue of the water god Tláloc, weighing approximately 200 tons, is poised near the entrance.rchaeological finds are exhibited throughout 11 halls depicting the different American cultures that flourished in this region of Mesoamerica. Ranging from the prehistoric until the Mexicas period, the civilizations highlighted include the Golfo, Teotihuacan, Maya and Tolteca. The cafeteria is worthwhile, and musicians often give performances here, using replicas of prehistoric instruments. Admission: MXN25; Sunday is free of charge.
Museo Nacional de Arquitectura: Mexico City
Museo Nacional de Arte (National Art Museum)
This museum is located opposite to the Palacio de Mineria, near the main post office. It was built in 1904 and designed by Italian Architect, Silvio Contri, as the Palacio de Comunicaciones. The building has a magnificent staircase made by the Florentine firm Pignone. It houses and great collection of Mexican paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics, during the 16th century to 1950. It has the largest number of paintings (more than 100) by Jose Maria Velasco in Mexico City.
Museo Nacional de las Intervenciones: Mexico City
Museo Nacional de Historia Natural (The National Museum of Natural History)
It's a fascinating place for anyone with the slightest curiosity about nature and is totally absorbing for youngsters.
Hours Tues-Sun 10am-5pm
Location Chapultepec Park, Section 2, s/n
Transportation Metro: Constituyentes
Phone 55/5516-2848
Prices Admission $1.50; free admission Tues
Museo Nacional de las Culturas Populares: Mexico City
Museo de Geologia del Instituto Politecnico Nacional: Mexico City
Museo Nacional de San Carlos
The National Museum of San Carlos lodges European art of centuries XVI to XIX, the originating one of the old Academy of San Carlos, as well as of particular donations or the Mexican government and acquisitions by purchase, between which they emphasize the collections of Cardoso, Olavarrieta and Pani. t the moment one is satisfied of European art of centuries XIV to the XIX. The total of works that this institution keeps is of around 2000, mainly painting and engravings, in addition to drawings and sculptures.
The styles represented in the collection are: gothic, Renaissance, manierista, baroque,
Alameda Central [Historic District] : Mexico City
Alameda Central is a downtown oasis of greenery, fountains and statuary. The imposing Palacio de Bellas Artes, a performing arts venue and a must-see for its art-deco interior, is next to the park. In the part of the Centro Historico between Alameda Central and the Zocalo are several impressive buildings and museums, including the Palacio de Iturbide (an Italian baroque palace), Casa de Azulejos (the House of Tiles), the Correo Central (the lovely main post office), the Museo Nacional de Arte (a grand building with Mexican art exhibits) and Museo de Franz Mayer (religious
