From Spanish-rule times to date, enjoy walking around Alameda Park to three museums hosting folk art produced along the last five centuries. At the end, we will visit a market that carries folk art from all over the country.

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An enriching and colorful experience! Here’s a detailed look at what you might enjoy on this cultural adventure through Mexico City's Historic Center:

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1. Folk Art Museums

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• Museo de Arte Popular (Museum of Popular Art): This museum is a must-visit for lovers of Mexican folk art. It showcases an extensive collection of traditional Mexican crafts and artworks, including textiles, ceramics, and woodwork. The exhibits often highlight various regional styles and techniques that reflect the rich artistic heritage of Mexico.

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2. Exploring the Alameda District

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• Alameda Central: This historical park is one of Mexico City's oldest green spaces, dating back to the colonial era. It’s a beautiful place to walk and relax amidst its gardens, fountains, and sculptures.

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3. Market Experience

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• Local Markets: The market in the Alameda district offers a wonderful opportunity to purchase local art and crafts. It’s a vibrant place where you can find a wide range of folk art, from handmade textiles and pottery to intricate jewelry and decorative items.

• Interacting with Artisans: Many artisans sell their work directly at the market, giving you a chance to learn about their techniques and the cultural significance of their creations.

• Souvenirs and Gifts: The market is also a great place to pick up unique souvenirs and gifts, each representing a piece of Mexican artistic tradition.

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Enjoy your journey through Mexico City's rich folk art scene and the vibrant atmosphere of the Alameda district!

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

 

The creative arts of native nations of Middle America will be seen through its three distinct development periods: Before the Europeans, With the Europeans and in Fully Independent Mexico.​ We will visit three very special collections, those of the Franz Mayer, Kaluz and MAP museums, comprising tens if not hundreds of thousands of artistic pieces, from humble pottery to extremely elaborate and ornamental gold and silver.

 

We will visit the collections inside 16th century buildings for the Mayer and Kaluz museums, going into the 20th century at MAP, which took advantage of the old Central Fire Station for its venue. After the museums, we will visit the La Ciudadela market, a market that sells handicrafts from all over the country, making this a unique place because you do not need to travel to see or acquire these beautiful folk-art expressions.  

 

WHERE YOU WILL BE

 

We will be in the Historic Center of Mexico City, around Alameda Park, in the Alameda district. We will walk from the park to La Ciudadela market.​

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED

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• The experience's specialized host and expert.

• Small group access.

• Introductory chat with coffee service.

• Multiple stops. 

• Entrance to open, private, or public, locations whose internal visit is mentioned and that might or not require reservations or tickets.

• Entrance to Mayer, Kaluz and MAP museums.

 

THE EXPERIENCE

 

On this experience you will discover 700 years folk-art expanding all regions in Mexico. You will see the development of folk-art from the pre-Hispanic nations to date in three very important collections. At the end, you will have the opportunity to admire and/or to buy handicrafts from all over the country.

 

STARTING AND ENDING POINTS, FACILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION

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The experience begins next door to Alameda Park. Visits do not return to the starting point. This experience ends at La Ciudadela market, close to Metrobus station Juárez on Line 3. Juárez metro station is three blocks away. Uber or other cars can pick you up at the market. Your host will always remain with you until he makes sure everyone has the right directions and/or help for their next destination.

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