Museo Departamental de Artes Plásticas
About This Museum
Tucked away on Agraciada Street in the border city of Rivera, this museum is a wonderful surprise for anyone passionate about Uruguayan art. It feels more like a quiet, personal gallery than a large institution, where you can get up close and truly connect with the works. The collection focuses intently on 20th and 21st-century artists from the region, giving you a powerful sense of the local creative pulse. It’s the perfect spot for a reflective afternoon, far from the usual tourist trails.
Collection Highlights
You'll find compelling modernist paintings and contemporary sculptures, with pieces that often explore themes of identity and landscape unique to northern Uruguay. The rotating temporary exhibits are always a highlight, frequently showcasing provocative new voices from the local scene.
Visitor Information
It's located at Agraciada 542 and is generally open Tuesday through Sunday afternoons—best to check their social media for current hours before you go. Entry is free, making it an accessible gem for everyone.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, unassuming building with a classic Rivera façade; inside, the clean, white-walled galleries provide a modern, minimalist backdrop that lets the art speak for itself.
Contact & Location
Address: Institución Educativa 11 Republica De Uruguay, Jirón Iquitos, La Rinconada de California, Lurigancho, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15468, Perú
Phone: +598 4623 6329
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