Oaxaca Art Galleries
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Oaxaca (MACO)
The exhibits in this inspiring museum are constantly changing but whatever you see is guaranteed to be interesting. There is a certain focus on folklore and the indigenous cultures of the region, as well as exhibits by national artists with a wider emphasis on Mexico as a whole.
Address: Alcala 202 (Santo Domingo Oaxaca)
Tel 01 (951) 514-22-28
Opening Hours: Wed-Mon: 10.30am-8pm
Museo Rufino Tamayo
An outstanding collection donated by Oaxaca's most celebrated artist, Rufino Tamayo, this museum is a must-see! The collection showcases impressive exhibits of pre-hispanic handicrafts including ceramics, carvings and paintings.
Address: Morelos 503 (Outside Oaxaca City Centre)
Tel: 516-47-50
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-2pm and 4pm-7pm/ Sundays: 10am-3pm
Galería Quetzalli
This is the best place to go if you want to admire the spectacular works of the most famous masters to come out of Oaxaca.
Address: Constitución 104 (Santo Domingo Oaxaca)
Tel: 01 (951) 514-00-30
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am-2pm and 5pm-8pm
Arte Contemporáneo Manuel García
This art gallery is a great choice is you're in the mood for a good dose of contemporary art. THe collection includes both national and international pieces.
Address: Portal Juárez 110 (Oaxaca Zócalo)
Tel: 01 (951) 524-20-93
www.galeriamanuelgarcia.com
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-2pm and 4.30pm-8pm
Instituto de Artes Gráficos de Oaxaca (IAGO)
Nationally produced artworks are displayed in this nice space sponsored by Oaxacan painter, Toledo. The exhibits are temporary and always diverse. Visitors can also make use of the art library and reading room.
Address: Alcala 507 (Santo Domingo Oaxaca)
Tel: 01 (951) 516 2045
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday: 9.30am-8pm
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