Casa Museo Juan Escutia
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet street in Tepic's historic center, this unassuming house holds the weight of a national legend. Stepping inside feels less like entering a formal museum and more like walking back in time to the mid-19th century. The air is still and reverent, with creaking wooden floors and the faint scent of old paper setting the scene. It’s a deeply personal and surprisingly moving tribute to one of Mexico's young heroes.
Collection Highlights
The main draw is the recreated bedroom, where you'll find a simple cot and period furniture that paint a picture of Escutia's life before Chapultepec. Personal letters and facsimiles of military documents are displayed under glass, their elegant cursive script feeling incredibly intimate. A central exhibit focuses on the Battle of Chapultepec itself, with maps and narratives that tell the story of Los Niños Héroes with palpable gravity.
Visitor Information
It's a small museum, so you can easily soak it all in within an hour. Be sure to check the opening hours posted on the door, as they can be fluid. The staff are locals who are genuinely passionate about sharing this piece of history, so don't be shy about asking questions.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully preserved, traditional Mexican townhouse with thick adobe-like walls, a red-tiled roof, and rooms arranged around a central courtyard that lets in beautiful, dappled light.
Contact & Location
Address: Casa-Museo Juan Escutia, Miguel Hidalgo, 18 de Agosto, Tepic, Nayarit, 63177, México
Phone: +52 311 212 3390
