Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico — The Pacific Coast (and Central Highlands)
Regional Museum of Guadalajara
Este inmueble de arquitectura barroca se inauguró en 1758 como un seminario, en la Guerra de Independencia fue un cuartel militar y a principios del siglo XX se convirtió en museo. Sus piezas abarcan la arqueología, la historia y el arte regional, siendo la más importante el Mamut de Catarina.
Regional Museum of Guadalajara
This Baroque building was first opened in 1758 as a seminary. During the Independence War it served as military quarters, and in the early 20th century it became a museum. The artwork pieces it shows include archeology, history and regional art. The museum’s most impressive display is the famous Mammoth from Catarina.
Erected by Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Colonial Era • Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1758.
Location. 20° 40.668′ N, 103° 20.794′ W. Marker is in Guadalajara, Jalisco. Marker is on Calle Liceo just north of Avenida Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Calle Liceo 60, Guadalajara JAL 44100, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Street of Royal Tobacco Shops (within shouting distance of this marker); Rotunda of Jalisco’s Illustrious (within shouting distance of this marker); The New Cathedral of Guadalajara (within shouting distance of this marker); Calle de la Soledad (within shouting distance of this marker); Monument to Hidalgo (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Miguel Hidalgo’s Edict Against Slavery (about 90 meters away); The Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption (about 90 meters away); The Episcopal Palace and City Council (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Guadalajara.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 30, 2018. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 193 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 30, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.