The reopening of the Dolores Olmedo Museum already has a special guest: the cultural project Catrinas Contemporáneas will be part of the celebration marking the return of one of Mexico City’s most beloved cultural venues.
After a period of closure, this iconic venue in Xochimilco will once again welcome visitors with a day dedicated to Mexican art, history, and traditions. Among the highlights will be the famous catrinas created by the Catrinas Contemporáneas collective, a project that has brought this iconic figure of Mexican culture to various public and cultural spaces across the country.
A morning of culture and tradition in Xochimilco
The reopening aims to bring together families, art lovers, and visitors who have been waiting for the museum’s return. The Catrinas Contemporáneas will join this celebration with their characteristic designs inspired by Mexican identity, becoming one of the day’s main attractions.
The event promises a morning filled with cultural expressions, colors, and references to the traditions that have brought international fame to the catrinas, figures that today form part of the country’s collective imagination.
In addition to rediscovering the venue, attendees will be able to enjoy a festive atmosphere that seeks to celebrate Mexico’s cultural heritage and the importance of the Dolores Olmedo Museum within the capital’s artistic offerings.
Everything you need to know about the reopening
The event will take place on May 30 starting at 10:30 a.m. at the museum’s facilities, located in the heart of Xochimilco. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to return to this venue or visit it for the first time, this could be an excellent chance to do so while enjoying a very special cultural experience.
📅 May 30
📍 Dolores Olmedo Museum (Av. México 5843, Colonia La Noria, Xochimilco)
🕒 10:30 a.m.
🎟️ Admission subject to the museum’s current admission policies
History, art, and tradition come together once again in one of the city’s most iconic cultural venues, accompanied by the unmistakable Catrinas Contemporáneas.