...as much as to the artists she patronised. Since Sra Olmedo's death her own quarters are open to the public. In what was, I think, her bedroom, the walls are lined with huge photo-portraits of herself, taken at the rate of one a year. She lived to a great old age, so there are lots of them. She also collected... more

This site is touted in guidebooks, and we have a well-traveled friend who recommended it, but we didn't think it was worth the long trek from central Mexico City. The grounds are spectacular, and very well-maintained, but they're fenced off, so you can't relax in them (except the small area around the cafe, which is nice). The Freda/Diego stuff is... more

Amid the squaler of this town, here lies a world class museum. Hard to find..this mansion has been converted into a memorial for the life of mexico's most well known personality. Inside is a very large collection of purchased mesoamerican art. Bought before the prohobition of purchasing aztec art by the govenment. Research the lives of Diego rivera and frieda... more

We just spent a lovely afternoon at this Hacienda. The art from Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo was impressive (150 or so pieces). There was a visitiing exhibit from Tate/London of "Henry Moore in Mexico" that the wife loved. The place is lovely with peacocks and ancient Mayan dogs (you will not believe these animals) being bred on the grounds.... more

Considero que es un museo imperdible no sólo por su interesante acervo como por su entorno. Es excelente su colección... more