Museo Maximo Laura
About This Museum
What truly sets Museo Maximo Laura apart is its intense, almost electric focus on the contemporary tapestry. This isn't a museum of dusty relics; it's a vibrant showcase where ancient Andean weaving traditions collide with modern artistic vision, all thanks to the genius of its namesake artist. Stepping inside feels like entering a gallery of woven dreams, where massive, colorful textiles tell stories of Peruvian mythology and cosmology. It’s a small but powerful space that offers a stunning counterpoint to Cusco's more famous Inca stonework.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the museum is its permanent collection of Maximo Laura's own monumental works. You'll see tapestries that blend symbolic creatures from Andean folklore with bold, abstract forms, all rendered in astonishingly complex weaves and a riot of natural dyes. The pieces are so textured and deep you'll want to reach out and touch them (but please don't!).
Visitor Information
Tucked away on a charming cobblestone street just off the main tourist trail, it's the perfect quiet escape from Cusco's bustling plazas. You can easily absorb the entire collection in under an hour, making it an ideal stop for an afternoon cultural recharge.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored colonial-era building with classic Cusqueñan features: thick white-washed walls, a heavy wooden door, and rooms that open onto a serene central courtyard.
Contact & Location
Address: Santa Catalina Ancha, San Blas, Cuzco, Distrito de Cusco, Cusco, 00800, Perú
Phone: +51 950 707 375
Website: Visit Website
