Museo Jumex lets you explore a vast museum of contemporary artwork, offering an impressive permanent collection and changing temporary exhibits to explore. Not only does the museum house incredible works of art, but it also functions to fund and produce new artwork as well. Plus, its unique architecture draws in design enthusiasts.
Everyone can enjoy a visit to this art museum with paintings, sculptures, and other contemporary works that kids and adults alike will love to see. Plus, many of the educational programs here are specially designed for kids. Most visitors spend about 2 or 3 hours here.
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What are the highlights of Museo Jumex in Mexico City?
Before you even enter Museo Jumex, be sure to take a minute to take in the architectural design. David Chipperfield, a British architect, designed the museum to be a work of art in its own right as a massive concrete cube with a unique and striking sawtooth top.
The collection within the museum is notably impressive and features quite a few works from famous modern artists you'll probably recognize. You'll find works from Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol, and Martin Kippenberger. Paintings and drawings are the most common mediums used, but you'll find several light and video installations as well.
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What else is good to know about Museo Jumex in Mexico City?
When you visit Museo Jumex, you'll notice that there are some temporary exhibitions on offer. They tend to focus on a couple of artists, so check the museum calendar to see if there's a special focus on one that you like. If you're looking for a guided English tour, you'll need to reserve one in advance. Spanish tours are available several times throughout the week.
Visiting the museum puts you close to some other impressive attractions in town. Just a few short steps west, you can reach Museo Soumaya, another local art museum that tends to focus on European works throughout the ages.
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Museo Jumex in Mexico City
Location: Blvd. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 303, Granada, Miguel Hidalgo, 11520 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Open: Sunday and Tuesday–Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm (closed on Mondays)
Phone: +52 55 5395 2618
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