National Museum of Mexican Art

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1852 W 19th St
Chicago, IL 60608
+1 (312) 738-1503
http://www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org

The National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago, IL is a vibrant cultural institution dedicated to showcasing the rich diversity of Mexican art and heritage. Through a wide range of programs and exhibitions, the museum celebrates Mexican cultural expressions from ancient to modern times, representing the Mexican community with its own unique voice.

With a mission to make Mexican art accessible to all, the museum offers a dynamic array of art highlights, workshops, performances, and educational resources that capture the essence of Mexican identity on both sides of the border. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibitions, including the centennial celebration of social justice artist Carlos Cortez Koyokuikatl, and engage with the museum's commitment to preserving and promoting Mexican artistic traditions.

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Lorelai R.
9/14/2025

Fantastic place I visited on Dec 27, 2024 from LA with Chicago locals (my Tia-Tio!) and I enjoyed the incredible tiles, relevant Mexican media (La Misma Luna/La Bamba/and more) including...

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Ana P.
6/7/2025

First time exploring Chicago, and I decided to check out this museum in the Pilsen area. I wasn't sure what to expect, but the artwork completely blew me away. I loved seeing the Mexican and...

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Lorri P.
11/5/2025

We LOVED touring this museum! The staff were so kind! Incredible souls! Thank you for being so welcoming! The exhibits were fantastic and so much history! We enjoyed the culture and spirit of the...

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Grace X.
11/4/2025

This is a really amazing free museum! I wasn't expecting much since entry is free, but it is surprisingly large and has a wide variety of cool pieces. Very well maintained and clean and staff were...

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Eda X.
9/11/2025

The National Museum of Mexican Art is a great spot for a quick tour when in Pilsen. There are a couple of exhibits and definitely worth paying a visit as it's free!

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