Historic building, considered heritage of humanity
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearest Train: San Juan de Dios
Phone: +52 33 3617 4322
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This neoclassical building, declared part of the world's heritage, was built at the end of the 18th century and inaugurated in 1810. Until 1980 it was the Casa de la Misericordia (House of Mercy) for orphans. The main hall, now the Capilla Clementina, was decorated in 1938 by the celebrated muralist José Clemente Orozco. His stirring masterpiece, "El Hombre de Fuego" (Man of Fire) can be found in the vault. Today the Institute's 23 courtyards and 106 rooms house the permanent collection by Orozco and other artists, as well as temporary exhibitions. For a stunning view of the Institute, stand at the edge of the water mirror — in the Plaza Tapatía — and look towards the back of the building. The Ballet Folklórico de Jalisco performs here Wednesdays at 8:30pm. There is also a gift shop.
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Stop By and Experience
Some of the best murals this city has to offer. The wide open spaces and the art will transport you...
Reviewed by:M. P from on May 22 2008
A Must See
A must see for the Orozco murals (not completely to my liking in their rather conventionally and ina...
Reviewed by:MarkB from on Mar 04 2007
Must See
I stumbled upon the Instituto, coincidently enough when one of the in-house tour guides was starting...
Reviewed by:Nancy from on Dec 06 2005
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