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Uncover Essential American Cultures and History at Museo de América Guided Tour

This cultural mediation visit explores fascinating artifacts, revealing surprising stories and connections of the American continent.

Embark on a cultural mediation visit at the Museo de América to delve into its indispensable collection. This guided experience illuminates the rich history and societal relationships of diverse American cultures through a curated selection of artifacts. You will uncover compelling stories embedded in each unique object.

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Exhibition summary

Discover the surprising stories and unique objects of the Museo de América on this guided cultural mediation tour. Explore how different cultures of the American continent lived, thought, and related to each other through fascinating artifacts.

Curatorial context

This guided tour, 'Los imprescindibles del Museo de América' (The Essentials of the Museum of America), offers a unique opportunity to uncover the surprising stories hidden within the museum's collection. Participants will get up close with unique objects that narrate the ways of life, thoughts, and social relations of various cultures from the American continent. It is designed to provide insight into the historical and cultural richness preserved at the museum.

Admission and ticket notes

Registration is required via the provided form. This is a free activity with limited capacity. Visitors are encouraged to sign up in advance due to limited spots.

Los imprescindibles del Museo de América - Visita de mediación cultural key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 16, 2025 – Apr 30, 2025
Artist line / attribution
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