Dolores Olmedo Museum

The late Mexican businesswoman Dolores Olmedo turned her property into a museum in 1994, eight years before her death. The grounds where peacocks and ugly cute Mexican hairless dogs (xoloitzcuintle) live is just as impressive as the hacienda-style architecture and Mexican art exhibits. Olmedo's private collection includes works by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, as well as Mesoamerican sculptures and figures. Visitors can also get a glimpse of Olmedo's fascinating life by visiting their private quarters, which is filled with family photos and artwork collected during their many travels.

.

Tell me what is this place about

The late Mexican businesswoman Dolores Olmedo turned her property into a museum in 1994, eight years before her death. The grounds where peacocks and ugly cute Mexican hairless dogs (xoloitzcuintle) live is just as impressive as the hacienda-style architecture and Mexican art exhibits.

How is the collection?

The museum is home to Dolores Olmedo's private collection, which includes works by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo. Another part of the museum is dedicated to their extensive collection of Mesoamerican sculptures and figures. Visitors can also get a glimpse of Olmedo's fascinating life by visiting their private quarters, which is filled with family photos and artwork collected during their many travels.

And the exhibits?

The museum hosts seasonal exhibitions throughout the year that focus on a specific artist, theme, media, or region.

What did you do with the crowd?

Few tourists venture south of the city where the museum is located. It rarely feels crowded, but when a given showroom is full, you can always step out into the garden and come back when it calms down.

The museum is home to Dolores Olmedo's private collection

Who visits this museum?

How were the facilities in the practical tip?

The museum is easy to navigate, but those with mobility issues will take their time (and enjoy the view!) As they cover the considerable distance between the museum entrance and the exhibition rooms.

Just do it, come with....

Gift shop: mandatory, inspiring - or skip it?

The shop offers a wide variety of very traditional Mexican treats. They're not cheap, but the money from the deal goes towards maintaining the museum. So consider shopping for a good cause.

Is the cafe worth visiting or should we just plan on going elsewhere?

When you get hungry, the cafe serves a variety of Mexican dishes.

Any advice for time or attention issues?

If you have time to borrow, explore the gardens for 20 minutes, then check out the works of Rivera and Kahlo and Olmedo's private rooms if you have time.


Las Almas Tour & Travel invites you for coffee and cake.