Monterrey Art Galleries

(Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico)



Photo of the Museo de Arte Contemporaneo - MARCOArt galleries in Monterrey have something to offer almost everyone, ranging from traditional Mexican paintings to stylish contemporary sculptures, created using various mediums. For many, the Arts Centre (Centro Cultural Arte) is amongst the best art galleries within Monterrey and home to an array of exhibits, along with various visiting exhibitions.

Lovers of modern art will find that a visit to the Monterrey Museum of Contemporary Art (Museo de Arte Contemporáneo) is simply a must and many of the best works within the gallery itself are modernist paintings, created by artists from around Mexico and Latin America as a whole. These particular Monterrey art galleries and more are shown below in detail.


Further picture of the Museo de Arte Contemporaneo

Museo de Arte Contemporáneo - MARCO (Museum of Contemporary Art)

Address: Zuazua y Jardon / Raymundo Jardón, Monterrey, 64000, Mexico, MX
Tel: +52 81 8342 4820
The Monterrey Museum of Contemporary Art is located within the Zona Centro district and is one of the city's premier museums. This stylish building was constructed in the early 1990s and boasts more than ten separate gallery spaces, each of which is themed and well lit, often containing a water feature. This museum also boasts a series of regular events, a popular shop selling a range of art works and gifts, and a coffee shop serving basic refreshments. The giant black sculpture of a dove, created by Juan Soriano, is one of the museum's signature pieces.
Open hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday to Sunday - 10:00 to 18:00, Wednesday - 10:00 to 20:00
Admission: free

Centro Cultural Arte (Arts Centre)

Address: Belisario Dominguez, 2140 Poniente, Monterrey, 64060, Mexico, MX
Tel: +52 81 346 2042
The Monterrey Arts Centre, known locally as the Centro Cultural Arte, is an important cultural venue in the city and features a series of individual gallery spaces, each of which displays a collection of themed art works. Many of the pieces have been created by artists from all around the Nuevo León state and beyond, with highlights including photography displays, traditional paintings and modern sculptures.
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 18:00
Admission: free

Biblioteca Universitaria (University Library)

Address: Avenida Alfonso Reyes 4000, Monterrey, 64440, Mexico, MX
Tel: +52 81 329 4237
This interesting gallery space can be found within the library at Monterrey's Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León campus. Apart from its many books, historical documents and current publications, many people come here to appreciate the regular art exhibits, which come in various forms, such as paintings, drawings, sketches, photographs and sculptures, and are created by the students themselves.
Open hours: daily, hours vary
Admission: free

Museo Metropolitana de Monterrey (Metropolitan Museum of Monterrey)

Address: Zaragoza Sur, Monterrey , Mexico, MX
Tel: +52 81 8344 1971
The Museo Metropolitana de Monterrey is home to a series of gallery spaces, located on upper floors. Each of these galleries displays the works of modern artists and sculptors, often from around the city.
Open hours: Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 18:00
Admission: free