Mexican Cultural Institute

Review №1

Rating: 5

Great Childrens Day event

Date: 4 months ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

Free museum. Only the lower floor was available (April 2024).

Date: 5 months ago

Review №4

Rating: 1

Boring 3 galleries closed and cop in the box( fake) was rude

Date: 5 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 3

I just went because caliente Hot Glass studio had an exhibit their for luminaries. Not really too impressed with the art exhibited in that museum, sorry

Date: 11 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Great stuff, we loved it.

Date: a year ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Ive been trying to visit this gem for over a year, and theyre finally open post covid, although only a couple of days a week. I was expecting a history museum, but what I got was an art gallery dedicated to Mexican artists and culture. They encourage photography. Take advantage of this lovely stop in Hemisfair Park.

Date: a year ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Cool art collection.

Date: a year ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Great place to explore art . Fabulous exposition from Antonio Mu oz the Artist . And The best of all is free. Just learn to appreciate art Visited on Weekday

Date: a year ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Great artwork and staff

Date: a year ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №19

Rating: 4

This is a nice small museum/gallery. It has two floors and when I went three exhibits. They were very interesting and I learned a lot. The location of this place is further away from some of the other attractions but if you are going to the Tower of Americas, you should go here as well. It is a great place to learn that isn t very time consuming. There is also a nice park nearby that you can visit as well.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

The Instituto Cultural de México is always a wonderful destination for cultural and artistic events. The Vanilla and Chocolate Fest is an enlightening and tasty exhibit about two crops that originated in Mexico, Vanilla and Cacao. Opening night was SENSATIONAL, with the Gaya family, producers of Vanilla, and Somos Cultura y Más researchers and lovers of chocolate, Merri Gutierrez, Rebeca Barrera, and Carmen Perez in charge of a fun and informative presentation. In attendance were San Antonio luminaries Bexar County Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez, Mexican Consul General Ruben Minutti Zanatta, Director Sergio Zapata, UTSA Dean Dean Hendrix, Dr. Ellen Riojas Clark, Attorney Margie Vera, and poet Nephtali De Leon, among many others. The Instituto Cultural de México is definitely a wonderful place to stop and enjoy the current exhibits.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №21

Rating: 1

This building should be torn down and the Art, if you want to call it that, should be moved to the San Antonio art museum. The exhibits are small and have much to be desired. The location is better suited for future development rather than what it is today.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №22

Rating: 1

Although they were marked open, they were closed.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

The art and culture of Mexico predominate in this place, it was very pleasant and enriching to visit it.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №24

Rating: 2

We came by on a Wednesday and there was a sign on the front door saying they were open Thursdays and Fridays from 10 am to 5 pm. We came back on Thursday after 10 am and they were not open and no sign explaining why. The outside of the building had lots of op art Frida statues staged around the structure so I did get to photograph them. Ive enjoyed visiting in the past but the last two trips to S A this place has been closed.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Free, small, cool, and awesome.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Hidden gem right in the heart of San Antonio! The collection is small but features some stunning artworks. Definitely worth the visit if you have a half hour to spare in Hemisfair Park.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Great exhibition done by my Andy Villarreal

Date: 3 years ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Theres always something interesting to see, and there very friendly.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №35

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

I like to come here to walk

Date: 4 years ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Excellent!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №39

Rating: 4

Beautiful place to take selfies with the sculptures

Date: 4 years ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

This is ALWAYS a Great place to visit even if there ISNT a special event going on. The best thing its FREE and the Art exhibits change periodically depending on the time of season. It is a walking distance from the entrances regardless of where you park. Taking a stroll to get to the building is always nice and shady. The summer time can be extremely hot so make sure to take bottled water. This location does have elevators depending on an event they may block off that area but accommodations can be done. There are Restrooms available for those visiting and it is handicap accessible.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

The Día de Muertos event was exquisito! November 1, 2019 from 6:00 to 9:00pm, we viewed the crazy beautiful altar installation, enjoyed DJ Rambo s music, pan de muerto and drinks, met fabulous people. Minister Sergio Zapata welcomed us. Master of Ceremonies was none other than Poet Laureate Carmen Tafolla. Ramon Vasquez y Sanchez spoke of hosting the first Día de Muerte in the USA here in San Antonio. The audience enjoyed Master Calaverista Nephtali De León, Healer Joyous Windrider Jimenez, and the Artivist who designed & installed the amazing Dia de Muertos Altar, David Zamora Casas.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №43

Rating: 4

Food stalls

Date: 4 years ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

I loved it

Date: 5 years ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Excellent exhibits on Mexican modern art and topics of interest. Really enjoyed the mezcal exhibit.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

A nice place to walk through and see see art from another culture.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №49

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №55

Rating: 4

Mexican artist

Date: 5 years ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №57

Rating: 3

The paintings were not impressive. So much Mexican culture that could have been portrayed here instead of some of the paintings they had. Really leaves more room for improvement. At least it was free

Date: 5 years ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №59

Rating: 1

The most ridiculous art ever displayed shouldnt even be called Art really basically trash on display! I guess thats what you should expect coming from a third world country!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

Beautiful place.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №66

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

!Beautiful artwork

Date: 5 years ago

Review №68

Rating: 4

Clean Awsome time

Date: 5 years ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

This was my first visit to the Mexican Cultural Institute and I was impressed!! Their doors were open welcoming people during the opening night of Fiesta downtown at Hemisphere Park. The colorful pieces of the Mexican culture were brought to life by a docent telling the story of the creatures, each a mix of different animals. Really interesting and a great experience.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 4

This is a very unique building. The artwork is very different from room to room. One room I liked (linocuts) and the other room was contemporary crayon drawings from what my 4 year old niece draws. All in all, its worth a visit.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 4

Hidden gem

Date: 5 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Good photographs

Date: 5 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Went to see the free screening of Roma at the Institute. Im sorry the Institute itself was not open. Ill be back to look at it another time.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 3

Date: 5 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Nice place

Date: 5 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 3

great place sadly hidden

Date: 5 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

We just went by there.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

It is a pleasant walk to get to know the center of San Antonio, seeing the historic houses, renting an electric skateboard and being able to go up to the towers viewpoint.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 4

Great exhibits! Saw the parks they are building in Mexico City. Looks real nice!!!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Excellent art exhibitions

Date: 5 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

So refined its amazing

Date: 5 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 4

Nice place to see Mexican culture and costumes.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Wonderful exhibit!!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 4

They have different exhibitions. Best to call and find out what is showing.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Rotating art exhibits and occasional performances at this under-the-radar venue

Date: 5 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Delighted with our Mexican culture.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Lovely display of punched metal table and floor lamps and wonderful woven shawls. Friendly desk attendant. Takes less than 20 minutes to view all pieces. Worth the time. Exhibit changes periodically.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 4

Date: 6 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

The museum staff was very professional. The guided tour was insightful.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 4

Nice little contemporary art exhibit with free admission. The museum only had one exhibit on the first floor when I visited the other day but typically has displays on the second floor as well. It is located in the middle of Hemisfair Park and is easiest accessed by parking in the South Alamo Lot then walking to the museum. Will be back!

Date: 6 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 4

There was a couple of pieces that I really really loved, and Im generally not an art person at all. The floors were old, and thats why its a 4. But honestly it doesnt really matter, if give 4.9 if I could.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

I highly recommend this museum. The artists are so talented and the admission is FREE.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Great learning experience

Date: 6 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 3

Just one exhibition and I believe there are better artists

Date: 6 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

This space, designed as a multipurpose room, has a place that can be used as a concert hall, painting exhibition, conference room, etc. Place is located in a very nice place in Houston. It also has a staff that provides excellent service. And it has a really beautiful piano.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

lol check out all these maga chuds that are pretending to be outraged over some photograph.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 1

Disgusting..MAGA

Date: 6 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 1

Just ran across a picture (online) that s currently on display. The words Rape Trump are written on it. This is not art. School groups go through this museum every day. It s not appropriate for our children to see this agenda. It teaches hate and disrespect. This is not ok, not even in the name of art. I will not be visiting and it needs to be taken down. Shame on whoever felt it was ok to display this.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 1

Date: 6 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Great art and its free admission. We had a really good time!

Date: 6 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Free very interesting place depending on what is being exhibit.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Great place to learn about Mexican cultures

Date: 7 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

I love all the sculptures they have outside. A good place to check out if youre attending a conference at the nearby convention center.

Date: 8 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Date: 8 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

WE WILL FIND A WAY FOR THIS CULTURAL INSTITUTE TO DONATE A COPY OF FUNDAMENTAL CIVIC VALUES TO EACH STUDENT WHO VISITS IT. Atte. Ramón Ochoa Alcalá, Cultural Promoter. Author of the brochure, WORKSHOP ON FUNDAMENTAL CIVIC VALUES.

Date: 9 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

I liked it

Date: 9 years ago