Frida Kahlo Museum is a museum located in Mexico City dedicated to the life and work of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. It is one of the most visited museums in Mexico, attracting more than one million visitors each year. The museum is located in the former home of Kahlo and her husband, muralist Diego Rivera. It is filled with personal belongings, artwork, photographs, and other memorabilia of the couple.
History
The Frida Kahlo Museum was established in 1958, four years after the death of the artist. It was founded by her husband, Diego Rivera, and other admirers of her work. The museum was originally located in the Blue House, Kahlo’s childhood home in the Coyoacán borough of Mexico City. In 1984, it was declared a National Art Museum and in 1986, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Collections
The museum houses an extensive collection of Kahlo’s works, including paintings, drawings, photographs, and other personal items. It also features works by other artists, such as Rivera and José María Velasco, as well as a large selection of pre-Hispanic artifacts. The museum’s permanent collection also includes a variety of items related to the lives of Kahlo and Rivera, such as furniture, clothing, photographs, and other memorabilia.
Highlights
The museum features a variety of highlights, including:
- The Blue House: The museum is located in the former home of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. The house is filled with personal items, photographs, and other memorabilia of the couple.
- The Artwork: The museum houses an extensive collection of Kahlo’s works, including paintings, drawings, photographs, and other personal items.
- The Garden: The museum’s garden is filled with plants and flowers that were planted by Kahlo and Rivera. It also features a variety of pre-Hispanic artifacts.
Events
The museum hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including:
- Talks and Lectures: The museum hosts talks and lectures on a variety of topics related to the life and work of Kahlo and Rivera.
- Exhibitions: The museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions featuring the work of Kahlo and other artists.
- Workshops: The museum offers workshops on a variety of topics related to art and creativity.
Location and Hours
The Frida Kahlo Museum is located at:
- Calle Londres 247, Colonia Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04520 Ciudad de México
The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm. It is closed on Mondays.