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National Museum of Mexican Art, Chicago

1852 West 19th Street, Chicago, Illinois

Description

The National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago has a permanent collection featuring works by Mexican artists and artifacts from Mexican history. It spans 4 periods in the country's history: pre-Cuauhtémoc, Colonial , Independence to Revolution, Post-Revolution to Present-day Mexico and also covers 'The Mexican Experience in the US'. Every October, a Día de los Muertos ("Day of the Dead") exhibit features altars and related art by Chicago-area and international artists.

Access & Transport

The museum is located in western Chicago, at 1852 W 19th Street. The closest metro stations are '18th' and "Damen' on the Pink Line, both a 5 mins' walk away. Visitor parking is available in the Ray Castro Parking Lot located on the east side of the Museum.

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Difficult to judge because a lot of reviews are clearly not genuine. By all accounts, this is a small museum and the art inside is very colourful. It seems though, that the majority of artworks are more contemporary than historical, which disappointed quite a few visitors.

Environmental & Social

Helps spread culture and the arts. Given the small building, we deem this activity environmentally neutral

Conclusion

Worth a detour for any art enthusiast in the area (western Chicago) but don't expect to be blown away. It is free though, so there is little downside if you do have some spare time.

Key positive

Colourful art

Free admission

Key negative

Small

Lacks depth on historical art

Suitability

Accessible to visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on major holidays

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:1h 20m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday10:00 - 17:00

Thursday10:00 - 17:00

Friday10:00 - 17:00

Saturday10:00 - 17:00

Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Pricing
Free

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