Fabrica La Aurora
Fabrica La Aurora
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  • BellBoys60625
    Chicago, Illinois230 contributions
    Unique Gallery and Shopping Venue
    The Fabrica is an easy walk from the main square and is a great repurposed space from a former textile mill. You can easily spend half a day here visiting galleries, meeting the local artists and having a cup of coffee in the courtyard. This is great way to experience Mexican contemporary art among a casual environment.
    Visited December 2022
    Written December 22, 2022
  • Abi
    Houston, Texas6 contributions
    Eclectic collection of art galleries
    Large complex of art galleries. Tastefully done. Mostly paintings but also furniture, curio’s and Knick knacks. All a bit overpriced. A bit of a walk from the central city but worth the trip. The restaurant is very crowded. There is a wine tasting room which we didn’t visit
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 28, 2022
  • Alex A
    Austin, Texas4 contributions
    A must do for art lovers.
    If you enjoy art, this is definitely a place you want to include in your SMA trip. There are a lot of really cool and interesting art pieces. The grounds are pretty and we enjoyed watching the artist working on their pieces while we were there. You can also find vendors selling home furnishings.
    Visited December 2022
    Written January 5, 2023
  • Travelling folks
    Langley City, Canada167 contributions
    Never expected this
    Wow and wow again. This place is huge and so many things to see and purchase. Gallery after gallery of beauty all housed in 1 building. Did I say the building is Huge and very nicely laid out. We spent hours just walking around and wishing we could take home many items. Next time I’m bringing my truck… No disappointments here.
    Visited February 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 3, 2023
  • Tracy C
    3 contributions
    Fabrica La Aurora is a don’t miss
    This place is a gem. We strolled for several hours through the many galleries and artist studios filled with art and sculptures. It’s a beautiful setting with a great vibe. Enjoyed lunch in the cafe, too.
    Visited February 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 14, 2023
  • Pojock
    Indianapolis, Indiana67 contributions
    Galleries galore
    There is a lot of art in San Miguel. But in the Fabrica La Aurora you get to see many different galleries, as well as meet many of the artists themselves. A lovely use of the old factory.
    Visited February 2023
    Written February 21, 2023
  • Donna L
    New York City, New York33 contributions
    Delightful afternoon
    Walk or taxi to Fabric La Aurora for an experience to delight your visual senses. Filled with artists, studios, stores and a terrific explanation of the textile factory that was once the mainstay of San Miguel, complete with the old machines on display in various places. So much to see here!
    Visited February 2023
    Written March 7, 2023
  • EMH
    San Miguel de Allende, Mexico22 contributions
    Simplemente bello
    Un lugar magnífico, es un espacio lleno de galerías, antigüedades, diseño y mucho arte! Todo dentro de una Fábrica construida en los 1900, un lugar para visitar con tiempo. Hay varios restaurantes y cafés adentro.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written March 31, 2023
  • EMH
    San Miguel de Allende, Mexico22 contributions
    Simplemente bello
    Un lugar magnífico, es un espacio lleno de galerías, antigüedades, diseño y mucho arte! Todo dentro de una Fábrica construida en los 1900, un lugar para visitar con tiempo. Hay varios restaurantes y cafés adentro.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written March 31, 2023
  • D D
    Houston, Texas107 contributions
    Best Place to Visit !!
    Best Place to Visit ! We enjoyed this afternoon and if we had more time would go back again. The old factory turned galleries is just impressive . We enjoyed seeing the old equipment in place. Each space was like going into another story … a different artist or combination of artist .. The flora and Fauna here were also beautiful . I don’t even think we saw the entire space . We did enjoy a glass of wine and a cookie ( as kitchen closed ) on the patio cafe . So much to look at . The highlight was a visit and introduction to Lucas Rise in the Rise Studio , along with his lovely wife and son. We enjoyed that very much and purchase a one of a kind handbag from his collection. It was an anniversary gift I will cherish as we were able to spend time with him discussing how he creates such amazing art in fabrics , furniture , and more. Thank you for spending time to share your story with us. I would consider this a place you should not miss if your in the area. You will find it very unique .
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 27, 2023
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glencoewanderer
Glencoe, IL207 contributions
Dec 2019
The history of Fabrica La Aurora is very interesting and they've done a good job of highlighting the building's treasures. But unless you're really into shopping, it can be a pretty overwhelming visit. We walked around for about 45 minutes and then we were done. But you could spend HOURS there. We just don't love shopping enough to wander for that long.
Written February 3, 2020
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StevensAve
Bronx, NY147 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Located less than 15 minutes north of the downtown, this complex has a multitude of artisans to peruse. Unfortunately, except for a couple stores with clothing accessories: jewelry and pocketbooks, most of the art work was dark and depressing. One exception: the use of gold by some artists to render spectacular paintings reflecting Aztec and Mayan theology. Other than that, one hour is sufficient to go thru the complex and get back into town
Written January 6, 2020
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Julie F
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Feb 2020 • Couples
From Centro San Miguel it is a quick cheap taxi ride. The old textile mill has been tastefully remodeled for numerous art galleries with a variety of talented artists represented. The best venue to see so much in one locale. The main cafe was very busy and if we'd been hungry would have eaten there.
Written February 15, 2020
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rmaria
San Francisco, CA1,131 contributions
Nov 2021
Are we really going to compare art in Asheville and SMdA? The River District is mostly newbies and most not at the level of SMdA artists. Asheville downtown galleries are very expensive and almost at SF Bay Area prices. I have shopped both SMdA and Asheville have pieces from each in my homes. Yes, BOTH are expensive for most people, for sure. But jeez, SMdA kills it when it comes to discovering new and different art that we can afford. I will take a couple hour flight any day to buy art in SMdA rather than drive a few hours up to Asheville. We shop every gallery we can in the USA and just purchased a large piece of art from a gallery in Nashville, so we're trying but we mostly find art in SMdA. We just came back from art buying trip to CDMX/Guadalajara and found a sculpture at Sergio Bustamante but didnt see anything else we liked. One thing about SMdA is that you dont need to walk far from one district to another looking for art. Something to be said about that!
Written February 17, 2022
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konken1
Scottsdale, Arizona17 contributions
May 2021
Love this rehab of the old fabric factory. Many great showrooms to visit with friendly staff. The outside/covered restaurant was a great place for a cocktail and snack, we were there during a big storm and the staff let us stay past the official closing time while we enjoyed watching the hail and rain under the metal roof. Its hard to judge many of these places as they are all just slowly reopening from COVID lockdowns but I can see where this wold be a viable arts venue as they return to the new normal.
Written June 6, 2021
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Tirey C
Houston, TX113 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
I have to say that this place had some really awesome things. I guess I was not in the mood to spend so much money on the quality items that they had there. I would say this is not a tourist visit really, but more something for an art collector or someone looking for something expensive for their home. So on the upside… lots of amazing high-quality products. On the downside everything that I fell in love with was over $1000.
Written December 21, 2021
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frederika
Santa Barbara, CA123 contributions
Jan 2020
This location is refreshing and a far cry from the traditional mexican wares you find around town.
Filled with some great modern design it is an eclectic, friendly , informal environment full of young artisans.
Great interior design products, like lamps, carpets and pottery. And some more famous global art, as well as sculpture.
Worth a visit if you have the time. .
Written January 5, 2020
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Ken CC
Washington DC, DC190 contributions
Mar 2020
The art showrooms in this converted factory exhibited a pretty wide range of art. Some was really good, though we would probably disagree about which art we liked. It was definitely an interesting place to spend a few hours.
Written March 16, 2020
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bucketlisttravellers
Sydney, Australia3,783 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This complex was an old textiles factory that was a major employer in the area until 1991. It has since been converted into a major art space with dozens of art galleries showcasing local and international talent. It is set amongst beautiful buildings and grounds. There are also art classes available from some galleries. We spent a couple of hours here and there are restaurants as well in the precinct. This is a must visit if you love art in all its forms.
Written January 30, 2020
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Paul
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico141 contributions
Feb 2020
This is one of the few places we have found in the world where we could see truly creative design applied to arts and crafts, fine painting and sculpture, first-rate crafts, modern and antique furniture, lovely fabrics and clothing, ceramics, and many other art forms. What a treasure house of fine goods! Then we had lunch on the outdoor patio. Lovely!
Written March 16, 2020
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