Memory and Tolerance Museum
About This Museum
Right here in the heart of the old city, just off the Alameda Central and facing the grand Palacio de Bellas Artes, you'll find a museum that tackles some of humanity's toughest chapters. The Memory and Tolerance Museum isn't an easy stroll, but it's a profoundly important one, making you confront the grim realities of genocides from around the world through powerful, contemporary exhibits. Yet, it's not all about darkness; it actively champions the power of empathy and understanding. It’s a place that stays with you long after you've stepped back out into the bustling Centro streets.
Collection Highlights
The main halls walk you through detailed histories of major genocides, from the Holocaust to more recent atrocities, using personal testimonies and multimedia displays that are hard to forget. Upstairs, a brighter, interactive space for kids creatively teaches lessons on diversity, inclusion, and bullying—a vital counterpoint to the gravity below.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good few hours here; it's a lot to take in. It's incredibly popular with school groups, so if you prefer a quieter visit, try for a weekday afternoon. Don't miss the rooftop cafe for a moment of reflection with a view.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a robust, modernized building that stands in contrast to its historic neighbors, its clean lines and soaring central atrium feel intentionally designed to let in the light.
Contact & Location
Address: Avenida Juárez, Barrio Chino, Centro, Ciudad de México, Cuauhtémoc, Ciudad de México, 06050, México
Phone: +52 55 5130 5555
Website: Visit Website
