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Visiting Frida Kahlo’s House: Your 2024 Guide to Casa Azul

Visiting the Frida Kahlo museum (also known as “Casa Azul” – the blue house) is a highlight of any trip to Mexico City. Kahlo, known for her signature monobrow and self-portrait paintings, is one of the most famous Mexican figures to have ever lived. 

Her house in the leafy, artistic district of Coyoacán is where she was born, spent her childhood, lived with her husband Diego Rivera, and eventually died. Today, her ashes are interred in a Pre-Colombian urn within the property. 

Whether you are an art enthusiast or not, visiting the house is essential for gaining a deeper understanding of Mexico’s history and culture. In this Frida Kahlo museum guide, we will cover everything you need to know about visiting the museum, what to see inside it, how to get there, and where to buy tickets. 

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Visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum 

Feet – what do I need you for when I have wings to fly? Frida Kahlo

Visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum gives a fascinating insight into the personal life and art of one of Mexico’s most enigmatic women. The house was transformed into a museum in 1958, four years after Kahlo’s death. 

Many rooms in the house remain virtually unchanged from how they were when Kahlo occupied the property, seemingly frozen in time. There is the ramshackle kitchen, with a collection of large and small clay pots mounted on the walls, and old casserole dishes laid out on the tables. 

The studio, where Kahlo worked and created many of her timeless masterpieces, is home to an easel that was gifted to the artist by Nelson Rockefeller. Kahlo’s bedroom is where you will find a collection of butterflies given to Kahlo by the Japanese sculptor Isamu Noguchi, as well as a four-poster bed, Mexican folk art, and a vast collection of personal artifacts, and some of her most famous pieces. 

Throughout the decades, Kahlo and her husband, the muralist Diego Rivera, hosted many famous international and Mexican artists , dignitaries, and celebrities at the property. 

Nickolas Muray, Kahlo’s artist friend and former lover, Mexican movie director Sergei Eisenstein, Mexican artist Dr. Atl, painter Isabel Villaseñor and many other prominent figures shared meals with the power couple at the property. 

Buying tickets for the Frida Kahlo Museum 

The Frida Kahlo Museum is one of Mexico City’s most popular attractions. Whatever season or day of the week you stop by, you will always see long lines of people queuing around the block to get inside. 

Weekends are especially crowded and it has become virtually impossible to simply rock up to the house and buy your ticket at the door. Tickets to the Frida Kahlo Museum must be purchased online in advance. 

You can buy them from the official “ Boletos Frida Kahlo website ”. Admission is 230 pesos (circa $12 USD) per person. Mexicans can enter for 100 pesos (circa $5) provided they show their national ID. 

Concessions are available for the elderly, children, students, and the disabled. 

If you want to take photos inside, you need to pay an additional photography fee of 30 pesos. This is well worth paying if you want to remember your experience.

Frida Kahlo Museum tickets often sell out days in advance. So, it’s a good idea to buy them in advance of your trip. 

You will be given a specific time slot for entering the museum, and you should then show up at the site at least 10-15 minutes before your slot. It is also possible to purchase combination tickets t that include access to both Frida Kahlo’s house and the Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum . Click here for more information on the combined ticket. 

If you want to gain more history, background, and context to the Frida Kahlo Museum, you might want to consider visiting as part of a tour. A number of reputable tour companies operate in Mexico City and offer guided tours of the city’s neighborhoods and important cultural sites, and include a visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum. 

Mexico City tours which include a visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum

A selection of excellent options is detailed below for your consideration. Book your place online in advance to avoid disappointment!

• Private tour of Coyoacan neighborhood, Frida Kahlo Museum, and Xochimilco canals
• Visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum and Diego Rivera studio with tickets
• Xochimilco and Coyoacan tour

Things to look out for in the Frida Kahlo Museum 

Casa Azul was built in 1904 by Frida’s father, Guillermo Kahlo. Today, the museum it has been transformed into does an excellent job of showcasing her life and works. 

Some of the most important items and exhibits that you should look out for during your visit are detailed below. 

Kahlo’s most famous art pieces 

Some of Kahlo’s most famous self-portraits are displayed throughout the rooms of her former home. Even if you are not an art aficionado, you may have seen some of these paintings online or in books and media coverage about Frida Kahlo. 

Some of the most notable pieces to look out for are: 

• Viva La Vida (1954) – A still life of watermelons with the inscription “viva la vida” which was one of the last pieces Kahlo produced before she died.
• Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird (1940) – A self-portrait of Kahlo wearing a necklace of thorns with a dead hummingbird hanging from it.
• The Broken Column (1944) – A self-portrait depicting Frida Kahlo’s broken spine after having a bus accident
• Frida and Caesarean (1932) – An unfinished painting depicting a life-threatening miscarriage that Frida had in 1932

Kahlo’s personal effects 

The various trinkets and personal items scattered throughout Casa Azul provide an insight into Kahlo’s life, personality, and illnesses. In particular, look out for her wheelchair and her prosthetic leg. 

Kahlo struggled with her health throughout her life. Yet she continued to paint and create in spite of all of the pain and challenges that she faced.

She contracted polio at a young age which left her limp and with one leg shorter than the other. 

At age 17, she was involved in a horrific bus accident. The incident caused multiple fractures, a spinal cord injury, and chronic back pain which Kahlo would have to deal with throughout her life.

In 1953, she eventually had her right leg amputated due to gangrene – hence the prosthetic leg on display in the museum today. 

Paintings by Diego Rivera 

Frida Kahlo had a long and tumultuous relationship with fellow artist Diego Rivera. The couple married twice and Rivera, despite being a portly and unattractive man, constantly cheated on Kahlo with other women. (He even had an affair with Kahlo’s sister!)

Frida is quoted as saying “I suffered two serious accidents in my life, one in which a streetcar knocked me down. The other accident was Diego.” 

Still, despite their sometimes toxic relationship, Rivera’s presence and importance in Kahlo’s life is evident when you visit Casa Azul. Some of his art is on display in the museum including: 

• Portrait of Natasha Gelman (1943) – Portrait of a Russian-Mexican art collector that was friends with Rivera and Kahlo.
• Calla Lily Vendor (1943) – Painting of a female street vendor carrying a basket of white lilies.
• The Sun Breaking Through the Mist (1936) – Painting of a landscape with mountains and the sun breaking through a cloudy skyline.

Pre-Colombian urn with Kahlo’s ashes 

After her death on the 13th of July 1954, Kahlo was cremated. Her ashes were then stored in a Pre-Colombian urn that resembles a frog. 

You can see the urn on a shelf in Kahlo’s bedroom. The frog is said to represent Diego Rivera who was affectionately nicknamed “little frog”. 

Frida chose the urn herself before she died. Rivera died three years later in 1957. 

His initial wish was for his ashes to be mixed with Kahlo’s and stored in the same Pre-Colombian urn. But instead, after his cremation he was buried at the Pantheon of Dolores. 

Traditional clothing from Tehuantepec

When you visit Frida Kahlo’s house, you will see a large collection of vibrant, colorful clothing from the region of Tehauntepec in Southern Mexico on display. Mexican traditional dress differs from state to state.

Although Kahlo was born in Mexico City, she was enamored by the clothing worn by strong Tehuana women. 

She started purchasing and wearing this type of clothing herself, and it became an extension of her own identity and personality. Kahlo even painted herself wearing Tehuantepec clothing.

You can see it in her famous works “Self-portrait with cropped hair” (1940) and “Self-portrait as a Tehuana” (1943). 

The garden at the Frida Kahlo Museum

At the rear of Kahlo’s home, you can see and explore a beautiful lush garden that was designed by Diego Rivera. It was added to the property between 1937 and 1938.

This was during the period when Leon Trotsky lived in the house with Kahlo and Rivera when an adjacent plot of land was purchased to expand the property.

There is a small gift shop that you will pass through when finishing your tour of the Frida Kahlo Museum. Here, you can purchase prints of Kahlo’s paintings, books, postcards, and other Mexican souvenirs. 

How to get to the Frida Kahlo Museum 

Museo Frida Kahlo sits at the corner of Calle Ignacio Allende and Londres in Coyoacan, Mexico City. It is unmissable and immediately recognizable by its bold blue coloring.

Kahlo’s father chose this color in 1937 in order to match the sky and contrast the red, white and green of the Mexican flag.

Although the neighborhood of Coyoacán is a little way (10km) out of the center of CDMX, it is easy enough to get to by bus, metro, and cab. 

The closest metro station to Casa Azul is Coyoacán on Line 3. From there, it is about a 15-minute walk to the house. 

A one-way metro ticket on the CDMX subway is 5 pesos or around $0.25 USD cents. 

By Uber 

Uber in Mexico City is a safe and affordable way to get around. As far as most Mexicans are concerned, it is safer to take an Uber in Mexico rather than a random street cab. 

After all, there is more accountability via the app and you have the driver’s details, vehicle info, license plate details, and past reviews. You can get from the center of Mexico City or from neighborhoods like Polanco and Roma to Casa Azul for less than $10 USD. 

It is generally not recommended to take a random street cab in Mexico City due to the risk of falling victim to a scam. If you don’t want to use Uber or a ridesharing app, the best way to get a cab is to ask the receptionist/concierge at your hotel to call one for you. 

Mexico City has a public bike-sharing system called Ecobici . This can be a fun and eco-friendly way to get around the city.

There are several Ecobici stations near Frida Kahlo’s house. In total, there are 1,200 bikes at 90 stations around the Mexican capital. Coyoacan is a peaceful and safe place to cycle, with some lovely parks and green areas too. Just be careful on some of the busier roads.

FAQs about Visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum 

Do you have any further questions about visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum or learning more about the inspiring Mexican artist? The answers to some frequently asked questions on the topic are detailed below.

Hopefully, you will find the information you are looking for there. If not, please do not hesitate to reach out to me! 

What is exhibited in the Frida Kahlo Museum?

There are a number of interesting things on display at the Frida Kahlo Museum, including the artist’s clothing, dresses and shoes, Mexican folk paintings, paintings by Kahlo, pre-hispanic artifacts, and personal items. 

How long is the tour in the Frida Kahlo Museum?

You should allow yourself 1-2 hours to explore the Frida Kahlo Museum. If you have a strong interest in Kahlo and want to spend time reading all the information plaques and taking lots of photos of the various objects in the house, you can dedicate slightly longer to your visit. 

Where can you see Frida’s works?

Some of Frida Kahlo’s most famous pieces are on display in her home in Coyoacan. Besides that, most of them are on display in various museums in Mexico City and throughout the United States. 

In CDMX, you can stop by the Dolores Olmedo Museum (Av Mexico 5843, La Noria, Xochimilco) to see some of her works, including “The Accident” (1926), However, the museum is currently temporarily closed until 2024. 

In the United States, you can see Frida Kahlo pieces on display at the MoMA in New York, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. (Among others). 

How much does the entrance to the Frida Kahlo Museum cost? 

It costs 230 pesos (approximately $12 USD) to enter the Frida Kahlo Museum. If you want to be able to take photos inside, an extra fee of 300 pesos (circa $1.50 USD) applies. 

Is the Frida Kahlo Museum worth visiting?

Yes. This historic house museum is one of the most visited museums in Mexico. The collection of artwork and original furniture here gives valuable insight into Frida Kahlo’s life and romantic relationships.

Final thoughts on visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum

Visiting Frida Kahlo’s house is a unique and fascinating experience that offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century. From the vibrant colors of the Blue House to the intricate details of her personal belongings, every aspect of the house tells a story about Frida’s life and art. Before their deaths, Kahlo and Rivera already had in their minds that they wanted to transform their home into a museum and open it to the Mexican public. By visiting, you are helping to keep their legacy alive. Coyoacan, where Frida’s house is located is also a lovely place to explore. It’s a nice idea to spend the afternoon exploring the area at a leisurely pace after your visit. 

People watch at the bustling Coyoacan Mercado, grab a coffee at El Jarocho, and admire the neoclassical architecture and quaint catholic churches found around Kahlo’s former barrio. Do you have any further questions about visiting La Casa Azul? I live in Merida in the Yucatan and I am always happy to help out where I can.

Feel free to connect on Facebook or Instagram.

If this is your first time traveling to Mexico City, you might also like the below articles. 

• Is Mexico City safe?
• Where to stay in Mexico City in 2024
• A suggested four-day Mexico City itinerary for 202 4

Safe travels and enjoy Mexico! Bien Viaje! Xo 

Melissa Douglas

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How To Visit The Frida Kahlo Museum In Mexico City

Published: September 16, 2023

Modified: January 3, 2024

by Golda Burkhardt

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Introduction

Welcome to the enchanting world of the Frida Kahlo Museum, a place where art, history, and Mexican culture converge. Located in the vibrant city of Mexico City, this iconic museum provides visitors with a unique opportunity to delve into the life and works of the legendary artist, Frida Kahlo.

When you step through the doors of the Frida Kahlo Museum, you will be transported into a world of color, passion, and creativity. This museum, also known as the Casa Azul or Blue House, was Frida Kahlo’s childhood home and later the residence she shared with her husband, Diego Rivera.

The Frida Kahlo Museum is not just a collection of paintings, but a reflection of the artist’s personal journey, showcasing her struggles, triumphs, and indomitable spirit. The museum is a celebration of Kahlo’s artistry, as well as her role as an icon of feminism and Mexican identity.

Whether you are an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the life of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, the Frida Kahlo Museum promises an unforgettable experience.

In this article, we will take you on a virtual tour of the Frida Kahlo Museum, providing you with essential information on its history, location, opening hours, ticket prices, exhibitions, and more. So, fasten your seatbelt, grab a cup of Mexican hot chocolate, and get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo.

History of the Frida Kahlo Museum

The history of the Frida Kahlo Museum is closely intertwined with the life and legacy of the iconic Mexican artist. Originally known as the Casa Azul, the museum is located in Coyoacán, a historic neighborhood in Mexico City , and was the birthplace and lifelong home of Frida Kahlo.

The Casa Azul, a vibrant blue house, holds a rich history that dates back to the early 20th century. It was built in 1904 by Frida’s father, Guillermo Kahlo, an acclaimed photographer, and was later inhabited by Frida, her husband, Diego Rivera, and their family.

Frida Kahlo was born on July 6, 1907, and spent a significant part of her life within the colorful walls of Casa Azul. The house itself reflects the traditional architectural style of the time, with its lush garden, terracotta tiles, and decorative elements that embody Mexican culture.

After Frida’s death in 1954, Diego Rivera, who was also a renowned artist, decided to transform Casa Azul into a museum dedicated to preserving the memory and artistic legacy of his beloved wife. The Frida Kahlo Museum officially opened its doors to the public in 1958.

Since then, the museum has undergone various expansions and renovations to accommodate an extensive collection of Frida’s artworks, personal belongings, and artifacts. Today, it stands as a testament to the remarkable life and artistic genius of Frida Kahlo.

The Frida Kahlo Museum not only provides visitors with an intimate glimpse into the artist’s world but also serves as a cultural hub, hosting exhibitions, workshops, and events that aim to promote contemporary art and Mexican culture.

Visiting the museum is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and legacy of Frida Kahlo, gaining a deeper understanding of her life, artistic journey, and the socio-political context in which she lived.

Now that you have a glimpse of the history behind this iconic museum, let’s move on to the practical details of visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Location and Directions

The Frida Kahlo Museum, also known as the Casa Azul, is located in the Coyoacán neighborhood of Mexico City. The exact address is Calle Londres 247, Coyoacán, Ciudad de México, Mexico.

Getting to the museum is relatively easy, thanks to Mexico City’s extensive transportation system. Here are a few different methods you can use to reach the Frida Kahlo Museum:

• By Metro: The closest metro station to the museum is “Coyoacán,” which is on Line 3 (the Green Line). From there, it’s a short 10-minute walk to the museum.
• By Bus: Several bus routes pass through Coyoacán, making it a convenient option for those traveling by bus. You can use the official Mexico City transportation website or apps to find the best bus route for your location.
• By Car: If you’re driving, you can use a GPS navigation system to guide you to the museum. Keep in mind that parking in the area can be challenging, so it’s recommended to arrive early or consider using public transportation.

Once you arrive at the Frida Kahlo Museum, you’ll easily spot the vibrant blue walls of the Casa Azul. The museum’s façade is adorned with colorful flowers and the iconic Frida Kahlo sign, signaling that you’ve reached your destination.

It’s important to note that Coyoacán itself is a fascinating neighborhood to explore, with its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and a lively atmosphere. Plan some extra time to wander through the neighborhood, visit the nearby parks, or indulge in local cuisine.

Now that you know how to get to the Frida Kahlo Museum, let’s move on to the next important details: the museum’s opening hours.

Opening Hours

The Frida Kahlo Museum welcomes visitors throughout the week, allowing ample opportunity to explore the artistic and cultural treasures within its walls. The museum’s opening hours are as follows:

• Tuesday to Sunday: The museum is open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Mondays: The museum is closed to the public.

It’s essential to note that the Frida Kahlo Museum is a popular destination, attracting both local and international visitors. Thus, arriving early in the day or visiting during less busy times can help you avoid long queues and ensure a more comfortable experience.

While the museum’s regular opening hours provide ample opportunities to visit, keep in mind that special events, exhibitions, or maintenance work may occasionally affect these timings. It’s always a good idea to check the official website or contact the museum directly before your visit to confirm opening hours and any updates.

Now that you know when to visit, let’s move on to the next important topic – ticket prices.

Ticket Prices

Exploring the Frida Kahlo Museum is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the art and life of Frida Kahlo. To enter the museum, you’ll need to purchase a ticket. Here are the ticket prices for the Frida Kahlo Museum:

• Adults: The general admission fee for adults is 230 Mexican Pesos. This fee grants you access to all the exhibitions and collections within the museum.
• Students, Teachers, and Senior Citizens: Individuals with valid identification cards, such as students, teachers, and senior citizens (60 years of age and above), are eligible for a discounted ticket price of 120 Mexican Pesos.
• Children: Children under the age of 6 can enter the museum for free.

It’s important to note that these ticket prices are subject to change, and additional fees may apply for special exhibitions, guided tours, or workshops. It’s always a good idea to check the museum’s official website or contact their ticketing office for the most up-to-date information on pricing and any special offers.

When purchasing your ticket, some important details to keep in mind are the date and time of your visit. While general admission tickets usually allow entry at any time during the museum’s opening hours, certain events or exhibitions may require you to book specific time slots. To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience, it’s recommended to plan ahead and make any necessary reservations in advance.

With ticket prices and guidelines in mind, you’re now ready to step into the world of Frida Kahlo. Let’s dive into the vibrant exhibitions and collections awaiting you within the museum’s walls.

Exhibitions and Collections

The Frida Kahlo Museum is home to an extraordinary collection of artworks and personal belongings that offer a glimpse into the life and artistic journey of Frida Kahlo. The museum’s exhibitions showcase not only Frida’s paintings but also a range of other artifacts that provide context and depth to her work.

One of the highlights of the museum is the collection of Frida’s iconic self-portraits, which offer a profound insight into her inner world. These self-portraits vividly depict her physical and emotional pain, resilience, and unique perspective on life.

Additionally, the museum houses a variety of personal objects and belongings that were integral to Frida’s daily life. From her vibrant traditional clothing to her paintbrushes and easels, these artifacts provide a deeper understanding of Frida’s personality and creative process.

Throughout the year, the museum also hosts temporary exhibitions that explore the broader artistic and cultural context surrounding Frida Kahlo’s life. These exhibitions often feature works by other prominent artists of the time, giving visitors a more comprehensive perspective on the art scene during Frida’s era.

As you explore the exhibitions and collections, you’ll have the opportunity to marvel at the vibrant colors, bold symbolism, and raw emotion that define Frida Kahlo’s artwork. Take your time to immerse yourself in the details, and allow yourself to be captivated by the unique perspective and powerful expression that Frida’s paintings offer.

Whether you’re familiar with Frida Kahlo’s art or discovering it for the first time, the exhibitions and collections at the Frida Kahlo Museum promise a profound and enriching experience that will deepen your appreciation for her artistic legacy.

Now that you’ve explored the artworks within the museum, let’s move on to the next section and discuss the must-see artifacts that you should not miss during your visit.

Must-See Artifacts

Within the walls of the Frida Kahlo Museum, you’ll find a plethora of fascinating artifacts that provide invaluable insights into the life and creative genius of Frida Kahlo. As you explore the museum, be sure not to miss these must-see artifacts:

• Frida’s Paintings: The museum houses a remarkable collection of Frida Kahlo’s paintings, including her iconic self-portraits that depict her physical and emotional pain, as well as her political and cultural heritage.
• Frida’s Personal Belongings: Take a closer look at Frida’s personal belongings, such as her traditional Tehuana clothing, colorful shawls, and distinctive jewelry, which were not only fashion choices but also statements of her identity.
• Frida’s Artistic Tools: Explore the tools of Frida’s trade, including her paintbrushes, palettes, and easels. These artifacts give a glimpse into her artistic process and the materials she used to create her masterpieces.
• Corset and Medical Devices: Frida Kahlo’s lifelong struggles with physical pain and health issues are well-documented. On display are her corsets and medical devices, revealing the profound impact her physical challenges had on her life and art.
• Diaries and Letters: Discover Frida’s intimate thoughts and feelings through her diaries and letters, which provide a deeper understanding of her personal struggles, relationships, and artistic ambitions.
• Photographs: The museum also features a collection of photographs that capture Frida’s life, including rare images of her with famous artists, intellectuals, and political figures of her time.
• Exquisite Mural by Diego Rivera: While primarily dedicated to Frida Kahlo, the museum also showcases a remarkable mural painted by her husband, Diego Rivera. This mural serves as a testament to their intertwined lives and artistic collaboration.

These artifacts not only showcase the artistic prowess of Frida Kahlo but also provide a glimpse into the personal struggles and triumphs that shaped her extraordinary life. Each item embodies a chapter in the artist’s story, offering a multi-dimensional understanding of her experiences and the complexities of her identity as a Mexican woman.

As you explore the museum, take the time to contemplate these artifacts and allow yourself to be moved by the profound impact they had on Frida’s life and art. The stories they tell reflect not only the individual journey of an artist but also the broader cultural and historical context of Mexico during the 20th century.

Now that you’ve discovered the must-see artifacts, let’s move on to the next section, which explores the guided tour options available at the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Guided Tours

Exploring the Frida Kahlo Museum on your own can be a captivating experience, but if you’re looking to gain deeper insights and a more immersive understanding of Frida Kahlo’s life and art, consider taking a guided tour. The museum offers several guided tour options that can enhance your visit:

• General Guided Tour: This tour is led by knowledgeable guides who provide in-depth information about Frida Kahlo’s life, artistic process, and the historical context in which she lived. It’s a great way to learn about the museum’s collections and exhibitions while hearing fascinating anecdotes and stories about Frida.
• Specialty Tours: The Frida Kahlo Museum occasionally organizes specialty tours that focus on specific aspects of Frida’s life or her art. These tours may delve into her relationship with Diego Rivera, her political activism, or her artistic techniques. Keep an eye on the museum’s website for updates on these specialized tours.
• Audio Guide: If you prefer to explore the museum at your own pace, you can rent an audio guide to accompany you during your visit. The audio guide provides a wealth of information about the museum’s exhibitions and key artifacts, allowing you to dive deeper into Frida’s world at your own convenience.

Guided tours offer a unique opportunity to engage with experts who are well-versed in Frida Kahlo’s life and art. They can provide valuable insights, answer your questions, and highlight details that you might have otherwise missed. Additionally, with their expert commentary, they can help you connect the dots between Frida’s paintings, her personal life, and the broader historical and cultural context in which she lived.

Whether you choose a general guided tour or opt for a specialty tour, taking advantage of guided tours can enhance your understanding of Frida Kahlo’s artistry, her influence on Mexican culture, and the profound impact she had on the art world at large.

Now that you have an idea of the guided tour options available, let’s move on to the next section, which explores the photography and video policy at the museum.

Photography and Video Policy

When visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum, capturing memories through photography or video is something many visitors desire. However, it’s important to be aware of the museum’s photography and video policy to ensure a respectful and enjoyable experience for all.

The Frida Kahlo Museum allows photography and video recording for personal, non-commercial purposes. Visitors are welcome to take pictures or record videos of the museum’s exhibitions, artworks, and their own experiences within the space.

However, it’s crucial to adhere to the following guidelines:

• No Flash Photography: The use of flash photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum. Flash can potentially damage the delicate artworks and artifacts on display. Please ensure that your camera’s flash is disabled before taking any pictures.
• Respect for Others: While taking pictures or videos, be mindful and respectful of other visitors. Avoid obstructing the view or causing any inconvenience to fellow museum-goers. It’s important to maintain a considerate and peaceful environment for everyone.
• No Selfie Sticks: The use of selfie sticks is not allowed inside the museum. This policy is in place to prevent accidental damage to the artworks and to ensure the safety of both visitors and the museum’s collections.
• Commercial Use: Any photography or videography intended for commercial purposes, including publication or reproduction, requires prior authorization from the museum. It’s important to respect copyright laws and intellectual property rights associated with the artworks and exhibitions.

By following these guidelines, visitors can ensure the preservation and integrity of the museum’s collections while still capturing their own personal memories of their visit.

As technology continues to evolve, it’s worth noting that the museum’s policies may change or be updated. It’s always a good idea to check the museum’s official website or inquire with the staff on site for any specific rules or regulations regarding photography and video recording.

Now that you know the photography and video policy, let’s move on to the next section, which explores the accessibility provisions at the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Accessibility

The Frida Kahlo Museum strives to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for all visitors. The museum is committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of physical abilities, can enjoy and appreciate the artworks and exhibits.

Here are some accessibility provisions and services offered at the museum:

• Wheelchair Access: The museum is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available for visitors with mobility challenges. Wheelchairs are also available for loan at the museum, free of charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s recommended to contact the museum in advance to ensure availability.
• Accessible Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available within the museum building to accommodate visitors with disabilities. These facilities are equipped with grab bars and other features to ensure comfort and convenience.
• Assistive Devices: The museum provides assistive listening devices and audio guides to aid visitors with hearing impairments. These devices enhance the experience by providing audio descriptions and explanations of the exhibits. It’s advisable to contact the museum in advance to reserve these devices.
• Visual Impairment: The museum is working on implementing measures to enhance accessibility for visitors with visual impairments. This includes tactile and audio descriptions of artworks and exhibits to offer a multi-sensory experience. It’s recommended to check the museum’s website or contact them directly for the latest information on accessibility for visually impaired visitors.

The staff at the Frida Kahlo Museum is trained to assist visitors with disabilities and provide any necessary support. If you have specific accessibility requirements or need assistance during your visit, don’t hesitate to reach out to the museum staff; they will be more than willing to assist you.

It’s important to note that accessibility may vary depending on the specific needs of each visitor and the current situation at the museum. For the most up-to-date information and to ensure a smooth and accessible experience, it’s recommended to contact the museum directly prior to your visit.

Now that you have an overview of the accessibility provisions at the museum, let’s explore some nearby attractions to consider incorporating into your itinerary.

Nearby Attractions

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Coyoacán, the Frida Kahlo Museum offers more than just a glimpse into the life of Frida Kahlo. The surrounding area is brimming with cultural, historical, and culinary attractions that are worth exploring. Here are some nearby attractions to consider incorporating into your visit:

• Coyoacán Market: Just a short walk from the museum, the Coyoacán Market is a bustling hub of local culture and flavors. Explore the stalls filled with fresh produce, traditional Mexican cuisine, and handicrafts. Indulge in local delicacies like tamales, tacos, and aguas frescas while immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere.
• Leon Trotsky Museum: For history enthusiasts, a visit to the Leon Trotsky Museum is highly recommended. Located just a few blocks away from the Frida Kahlo Museum, this museum offers insights into the life of the revolutionary leader and his time in Mexico.
• San Juan Bautista Church: Take a stroll to the charming San Juan Bautista Church, a historic church located in the heart of Coyoacán. Admire the stunning architecture and soak in the serene atmosphere of this spiritual landmark.
• Hidalgo Park: Known as the main square of Coyoacán, Hidalgo Park is a delightful green space where locals and visitors gather to relax. Enjoy a picnic, people-watch, or simply take in the beauty of the surroundings.
• Museo Nacional de las Intervenciones: Situated nearby, the Museo Nacional de las Intervenciones offers a fascinating look into Mexico’s complex history through the lens of foreign invasions and interventions. Explore the exhibits and learn about the pivotal moments that shaped the country.

These attractions provide a glimpse into the rich history, art, and culture of Mexico, making them perfect complements to your visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum. Take the time to immerse yourself in the local ambiance, explore the neighborhood’s vibrant streets, and indulge in the culinary delights that Coyoacán has to offer.

With a combination of art, history, and vibrant surroundings, Coyoacán provides a well-rounded experience that beautifully complements your exploration of the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Now that you have discovered nearby attractions, you have all the tools you need to embark on your journey into the captivating world of Frida Kahlo and the surrounding cultural landscape.

Visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum, also known as the Casa Azul, is a journey that immerses you in the life and art of one of Mexico’s most iconic figures. From the moment you step through its vibrant blue doors, you are transported into a world of passion, creativity, and profound insight. The museum beautifully captures the essence of Frida Kahlo, showcasing her artwork, personal belongings, and the cultural context in which she lived.

Throughout the museum, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Frida’s self-portraits, discover her personal artifacts, and gain a deeper understanding of her struggles and triumphs. The exhibitions and collections at the museum transcend mere observation, inviting you to connect with Frida’s artistic expression on a profound level.

Guided tours, whether through knowledgeable guides or audio guides, provide invaluable insights into Frida’s life, artistry, and impact. They allow you to uncover hidden details, hear captivating stories, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the complexities of her work.

As you explore the museum, don’t forget to take in the must-see artifacts that offer glimpses into Frida’s personal life and artistic process. From her self-portraits to her personal belongings, each item carries a story that adds depth and meaning to her art.

Outside the museum’s walls, the vibrant neighborhood of Coyoacán offers a myriad of attractions to complement your visit. Whether it’s exploring the local market, visiting nearby museums and churches, or simply strolling through picturesque parks, the surrounding area provides a chance to immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Mexico.

The Frida Kahlo Museum is dedicated to accessibility, ensuring that all visitors can enjoy and appreciate the artworks and exhibits. With wheelchair accessibility, assistive devices, and accommodations for hearing and visually impaired visitors, the museum strives to create an inclusive environment for everyone.

As you leave the Frida Kahlo Museum, you carry with you not just the memories of colorful artworks and inspiring artifacts, but a deep appreciation for the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo. Her indomitable spirit, authenticity, and ability to transcend pain through art continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

So, whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about Mexican culture, a visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum is an experience that will leave a lasting impact. It’s an opportunity to connect with one of the most influential artists of the 20th century and to immerse yourself in the vibrant and captivating world of Frida Kahlo.

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Museo Frida Kahlo

Top choice in Coyoacán & San Ángel

Renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo was born in, and lived and died in, Casa Azul (Blue House), now a museum. Almost every visitor to Mexico City makes a pilgrimage here to gain a deeper understanding of the painter (and maybe to pick up a Frida handbag). Arrive early to avoid the crowds, especially on weekends; book tickets online to jump the queue.

Built by Frida's father Guillermo three years before her birth, the house is littered with mementos and personal belongings that evoke her long, often tempestuous relationship with husband Diego Rivera and the leftist intellectual circle they often entertained here. Kitchen implements, jewelry, photos and other objects from the artist’s everyday life are interspersed with art, as well as a variety of pre-Hispanic pieces and Mexican crafts. The collection was greatly expanded in 2007 after the discovery of a cache of previously unseen items that had been stashed in the attic. Since 2012 the exhibition Appearances Can Be Deceiving: The Dresses of Frida Kahlo places the focus on Kahlo's image and famous style, displaying many of the dresses uncovered in her bathroom, alongside her spine-straightening corsets. The intersection of her disability, fashion sense, artistic themes and fame is a worthy exploration. In fact, a version of this exhibition toured in 2018 at the V&A Museum in London.

Kahlo’s art expresses the anguish of her existence as well as her flirtation with socialist icons: portraits of Lenin and Mao hang around her bed and, in another painting, Retrato de la familia (Family Portrait), the artist’s Hungarian-Oaxacan roots are fancifully entangled.

It's a pleasant 1.5km walk here from metro Coyoacán.

Londres 247

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All About the Frida Kahlo Museum Mexico City and the Artist

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Mexico City is home to more than a hundred museums which is second only to Paris as the city with the most museums. I’d say it’s safe to say that this place is a culture and art lovers paradise. One of the most popular and most visited museums in Mexico City is the Frida Kahlo Museum in the Coyoacan neighborhood on the southern end of the city. If you haven’t heard of Frida Kahlo yet, then you’re in for a treat…

Here I’ll be giving you a brief overview of her life and works along with details about her home and studio of Casa Azul which was bequeathed to the Mexican nation as Museo Frida Kahlo , one of the top things to do in Mexico City .

In this in-depth guide to the Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City, we’ll be discussing a bit more about Friday Kahlo’s background, the museum itself, how to best get tickets to the museum and other important details, along with some of the best Frida Kahlo tours, and much more.

Who is Frida Kahlo?

Frida Kahlo is among the best-known artists of the 20th century, and certainly the most famous to come out of Mexico during that period. Kahlo was a Mexican painter born in Coyoacan, Mexico City (1907-1954). She was known for her strong and flamboyantly colored self-portraits that dealt with her ideas of death, identity, class and race, postcolonialism, gender, and the human body. Her tumultuous relationship with her husband and Mexican muralist Diego Rivera was also much to talk about.

Kahlo suffered several serious health and medical conditions all her life. At a young age, she suffered from polio which left her with a small limp. It also was a contributing factor to some of her injuries and medical problems later in her life.

Frida as a child often worked as an assistant to her father who was a professional photographer, which obviously introduced her to art and design. Although she took drawing classes, she was interested in science and decided to study medicine. In 1922, she entered the National Preparatory School in Mexico City where she met Diego Rivera, who was painting a mural for the university’s auditorium.

In 1925, Kahlo was involved in a bus accident which left her seriously injured, and at the end of her life, she underwent more than 30 major operations. While recuperating from that accident, Kahlo taught herself to paint by studying from the old masters while confined to her bed.

Frida married Rivera in 1929 and after this, Kahlo dramatically changed her personal style by wearing traditional Tehuana dress with flowers as a headdress and colorful jewelry. Her painting style also changed to a more Mexican folk-art style. Her subjects became more abstract and she began questioning the norms.

The couple traveled to the United States because Rivera was going to work on several mural commissions. In between 1930 to 1933, she endured two premature pregnancies. Later on, a miscarriage and the death of her mother had extremely affected her. At this time, Kahlo painted some of her most disturbing and most harrowing works such as Henry Ford Hospital (1932) after the miscarriage.

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Kahlo and Rivera went back to Mexico and lived in a new house which also became a gathering spot for artists and political activists. The house had separate quarters but was connected with abridging. Frida and Leon Trotsky, the Russian philosopher, had a close friendship that eventually turned into an affair.

Kahlo also met Andre Breton who championed Kahlo’s work. Breton wrote the introduction of her first solo exhibition. This was held at the Julien Levy Gallery in New York in 1938 and it was a success.

Kahlo traveled to Paris to exhibit her work there and met more Surrealists like Marcel Duchamp. The Louvre acquired one of her works entitled The Frame (1938) and Kahlo became the first 20th-century Mexican artist to be included in a collection of The Louvre.

Throughout the marriage of Kahlo and Rivera, both had some unfaithfulness. Diego had a relationship with the sister of Kahlo which served as the impetus for their divorce. Although, after a year of divorce, they reconciled and remarried in 1940.

They moved to her family home La Casa Azul in Coyoacán. After a few years, she was appointed as a professor of painting at La Esmeralda, the Education Ministry’s School of Fine Arts. She was continuously ill and her health began to decline rapidly, so she turned to excessive drinking and drugs for relief.

But she was still painting even with more surgeries and hospital stays. She was confined to a wheelchair and later on to her bed. This caused her to attend her first solo exhibition in Mexico in 1953 lying on a bed (it was transported to the venue with her on it because she couldn’t even stand). And in 1954, she eventually succumbed and passed away due to pulmonary embolism in the upper room at Casa Azul.

Although Kahlo was already famous during her lifetime, her posthumous popularity increased in the 1970s. There were many books and movies that were inspired by Frida Kahlo’s life and art. This propelled her to even greater acknowledgment in the 21st century as a woman who was ahead of her time. In popular culture, she most famously represented in the 2002 film, “ Frida ,” which starred Hollywood A-lister and Mexican actress Salma Hayek, which is worth watching as a quick introduction to her life and struggles.

About the Frida Kahlo Museum Mexico City

Upon her death, her husband and fellow Mexican artist and muralist Diego Riviera started to redesign Frida’s childhood home to honor her life and art. In 1958, the museum opened to the public (just a year after Rivera’s death).

The increased popularity of Frida Kahlo, from books, movies, and museums around the world, also meant many visitors to the museum. There are almost always long lines wrapping around the block outside of the Casa Azul house and museum – but be sure to check down below on how to best get your tickets to this museum.

This museum houses numerous works by Frida throughout the property, as you would expect in a museum such as this, but it is also a bit more personal since you can also find Frida’s clothes, casts, photos, art, painting materials, beauty products, wheelchair, bed, and other personal items are displayed throughout the home – preserving life in Caza Azul in much the same way as when it was found.

It was as if she was just there moments before we came in. Visitors from all over the world talk about their surreal experience when they go tour the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Another highlight is the Casa Azul gardens which are well kept and are full of stunning blooms, floral archways, seating areas, and open green spaces against the brilliant cobalt blue walls of the house. It’s cool to just hang out in the courtyard where Frida and Diego used to be.

Probably the most moving part of the museum would be her bed and art studio where you can still see where she worked on her paintings. You can even see the mirror installed above her bed allowing her to make her self-portraits while still recuperating from her operations.

How to Score Frida Kahlo Museum Tickets

Museo Frida Kahlo has risen to popularity over the years and when you visit now, you will almost for sure see extremely long lines outside the museum to buy tickets. Your best bet is to just buy your tickets online so you can avoid these lines.

Since you can buy your ticket in advance, you can choose the exact date and time slot that you want to visit. As I have said, this is a house (albeit a very large house) so it is smaller than many other Mexico City museums but is still something that I would consider a must-see when you are visiting Mexico City .

Tip: We bought our tickets the day before, but you should check tickets at least a week in advance to make sure there is still wide availability. If you go early in the morning, you’d likely to encounter fewer visitors, as a rule of thumb. Just plan sufficient time to get there (your best bet is to go by subway).

Get your tickets for the Frida Kahlo Museum in Coyoacan, Mexico City here.

More Information about Casa Azul

How to get to the Casa Azul (The Blue House, Museo Frida Kahlo): The quickest and easiest way is via the Metro Line 3 to the Coyoacan station, a short walk from the museum.

Location and Details of Casa Azul: Londres 247, Del Carmen, 04100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Contact No. +52 55 5554 5999

Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Wednesday – 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday – Closed

Click here to go to the Official Website of Museo Frida Kahlo.   

Frida Kahlo Museum Tours

There are a few tours that include Frida Kahlo Museum and I know some of us would probably want to skip these since the museum is a place you can do yourself, but sometimes there are tours that you can’t just resist, especially if you really want to dig into the story with the help of a knowledgeable guide, visit other cool places, or are just short on time.

It is also important to note that these packages already have entrance fees to the museum so you are spared from lining up to buy them. This will help you make the most of your time while exploring the beautiful city of Mexico and follow the path of Frida’s colorful life.

Frida’s Life in Mexico City: Life, Art, and Flavors

This tour is all about Frida Kahlo: her life and art, and the culture and flavors of her time. Understand Frida Kahlo’s world more and see the impact her medical conditions had on her art. You’ll also gain a greater understanding of her political ideas and her great love for her country, Mexico.

This visit includes Caza Azul, of course, as well as the neighborhood of the Historic Center and Coyoacan and see it in the time of Frida and Diego.

Indulge yourself in Mexican gastronomic surprises and flavors to see another side of Frida’s life. This tour is a great introduction to Mexico City and Frida Kahlo.

Book your Mexico City: Frida Kahlo’s Life, Art & Flavors Tour now.

Frida Kahlo Museum and Other Museum Tours in Coyoacan and Xochimilco

The Frida Kahlo Museum is the first stop of this 3-museum tour package in Mexico City. Aside from the Casa Azul, which was Frida and Diego’s home, you will also get to visit the Diego Rivera Anahuacalli Museum. Another important art museum in the city is the Dolores Olmedo Museum which will be the last stop for the tour.

You should understand by now that Casa Azul was built by Frida’s father Wilhelm Kahlo as their family’s residence. So, when it was turned into a museum, it couldn’t hold as many paintings as they would have liked… Of course, several of her important artworks like “Viva la Vida”, “Frida y su Cesárea” and “Portrait of my father Wilhelm Kahlo” can be seen here, but if you want more Frida artwork and insight into her life, you’ll need to visit some more museums.

For one, the Anahuacalli Museum houses Diego Rivera’s collection of pre-Hispanic folk art of more than 50,000 pieces. Diego Rivera himself conceptualized and designed the architecture of this building.

Finally, the Dolores Olmedo Museum is a museum which was previously the property of businesswoman Dolores Olmedo who had an extensive collection of art from pre-Hispanic folk art to colonial to modern and contemporary art, and pre-Hispanic art equal to more than 6,000 pieces.

Frida had 145 paintings done and Museum Olmedo is known to have 25 paintings of these. You’ll also find more than 140 pieces from Diego Rivera’s paintings. This is one of the most important museums in Mexico City, and Dolores Olmedo also houses collections of other Mexican artists and an opulent grounds in the Xochimilco neighborhood where the hairless Mexican wander around.

These three art museums best explain the life and times of the great Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo. This is a highly recommended tour for you to a much better understanding of Kahlo’s art.

Book your Coyoacán & Xochimilco: 3-Museum Tour now.

2-Day Tour of Mexico City with a Visit to Frida Kahlo Museum

If you are a traveler that would like to make the most out of your short time in Mexico City, then this 2-Day Guided Tour of Mexico City is a good offer for you. In these two days, you will be able to visit the most important historical and cultural attractions of Mexico City, offering you a grasp of the greatness of the Aztec empire, the colonial period, Mexican art and artists, and to experience what Mexico City is now today. On Day 2, you will get to visit Museo Frida Kahlo in Coyoacan.

On Day 1, you will be brought to the largest archaeological site in Mexico City which is Tlatelolco and your guide will show you around this part of the capital of the Aztec empire. You will also get to visit the Plaza of Three Cultures where the past and modern Mexico blend. You will then be brought to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe or Basílica de Guadalupe, one of the most important religious sites in Mexico (one of the most visited places in the Roman Catholic world receiving more than 20 million pilgrims each year!).

Then you will be brought to Teotihuacan, known as the “City of the Gods”. Teotihuacan ruins have several marvelous pyramids and structures used for sacrifices, religious rituals, and observatories. Climb up the Sun and Moon Pyramids to enjoy the magnificent views from the top.

And finally, on Day 2, you will start at the Coyoacan neighborhood which used to be an old village in the outskirts of Mexico City. But since the city grew, it has melded to be a part of the city itself. In these cobblestone streets, you will be visiting the Museo Frida Kahlo (or the Casa Azul or Frida Kahlo House Museum) to learn the life and art of Frida Kahlo, which we’ve discussed in detail already as the museum dedicated to her life and works.

Then you’ll head for a visit to the National Autonomous University (built in 1551) which is now a UNESCO-listed campus with art from famous muralists Diego Rivera and Juan O’Gorman.

Finally, this tour will continue 30 km south of Mexico City to a place known as Xochimilco, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and an ecological reserve. Xochimilco was built on a lake by the Aztecs which were driven from the in-lands. The Aztecs built their empire on ‘islands’ which they made on stilts for gardens and temples.

You will enjoy a trajinera boat ride, as the colorful boat plies the waters in these canals. And staying true to Mexican festive nature, there are musicians on board to play music while you snack on delicious snacks sold by vendors onboard other trajineras .

Book your Mexico City Super Saver Tour Package now.

More Museums in Mexico City

Most of the museums in Mexico City are concentrated in the Historic Center of Mexico City like the Palacio Nacional (includes some important works by Diego) or the Palacio de Bellas Artes, or within Chapultepec Park like the National Museum of Anthropology Mexico , and Papalote Museo del Nino.

In the area where Casa Azul is located, there are several related museums that you may also want to visit, such as the Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli, or the nearby Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo in the San Angel neighborhood.

While not related to Frida, you’ll also find some other cool museums in Coyoacan like the Museo Casa de Leon Trotsky, Museo Nacional de las Intervenciones (a monastery built on top of an Aztec ruin), Museo Nacional de la Acuarela (the city’s only watercolor museum), Arte Hoy for modern contemporary art, Casa de Luna for some art shopping, and Museo Nacional de las Culturas Populares.

Read Next: 15 Best Museums in Mexico City

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The House Where Frida Kahlo Was Born (and Died) Is Now an Extraordinary Museum

O ne of the most celebrated painters in history and a feminist icon, Frida Kahlo has her own museum in Mexico City: the Frida Kahlo Museum, otherwise known as La Casa Azul (The Blue House). La Casa Azul is not just any building, it is the bright cobalt blue house where the artist was born, grew up, and spent most of her life until her death at age 47 in 1954. According to Kahlo and her husband Diego Rivera’s wishes, a few years after her passing, La Casa Azul was transformed into a museum where her paintings, personal objects, furniture, folk art, clothing, etc. are displayed for the enjoyment of all those who are fascinated by Kahlo’s work and life.

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Frida Kahlo is a highly celebrated Mexican surrealist painter who lived during the first half of the 20th century (1907-1954). Poor health during her childhood and a tragic bus accident at the age of 18 led Kahlo to experience severe and life-long physical and emotional pain, recurrently depicted in her art. Famous for her self-portraits, such as “Henry Ford Hospital,” created in 1932, where she depicts her second miscarriage, and “The Two Fridas,” painted after her divorce in 1939, Kahlo did not hold back from painting the reality of her suffering with full-body casts, blood, nakedness, etc.

Kahlo’s marriage to famous Mexican painter Diego Rivera was as unusual as it was tumultuous and liberated for the times — they lived and worked apart; infidelity was commonplace; they separated several times; and the couple divorced (1939) and remarried (1940).

Kahlo’s eccentric style, now often imitated, was a celebration of her Mexican identity, as well as a reflection of the tragedies she endured. She wore traditional colorful and embroidered blouses, shawls, and skirts, as well as large pieces of jewelry. It is often said that Kahlo’s long skirts were a way for her to hide the consequences of the polio she contracted at age six — the disease affected the shape of her legs and her gait.

Praised by some of the world’s most recognized artists such as Picasso, Chagall, and more, Kahlo had a successful career during which she exhibited her unique work in the US and Mexico and received commissions from the Mexican government, among others. Today, on the international stage, her work is arguably better known than that of her husband’s.

Kahlo passed away from illness as an acclaimed artist at the age of 47.

La Casa Azul is located in the neighborhood of Coyoacán in Mexico City. Coyoacán is a charming and historic area of the city known for its beautiful colonial architecture, colorful streets, and lively cultural scene.

La Casa Azul is less than 10 minutes away on foot from another famous house museum: Leon Trotsky’s House Museum.

The exact address of the museum is: Londres 247, Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Hop into the line three train of the STC metro and stop at the Coyoacán station, the closest metro station to La Casa Azul. From there it’s a 20-minute walk to the museum. The Line three of the STC metro is colored light green on the Mexico City metro map .

The Turibus , Mexico City’s version of the Hop On Hop Off bus, has a Coyoacán circuit that stops at the museum.

General admission for foreign nationals is $14.30 (250 MXN) from Monday to Friday, and $15.45 (270 MXN) on weekends. Discounts are available for students, seniors, and children. People with disabilities and children aged six or under enter for free.

Those who want to take no-flash photographs inside the museum must purchase a permit for $1.70 (30 MXN).

Note that you can only purchase timed-entry tickets and that they are only sold online . You cannot purchase your admission at the door. Timed-entry tickets sell out very fast so book it well in advance.

Your ticket to the Frida Kahlo Museum also gives you access to the Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum located three miles away. If you don’t want to walk for one hour to get from one museum to the next, take the Fridabus from La Casa Azul for just $9.15 (160 MXN) for adults and $4.60 (80 MXN) for children under the age of eight. Fridabus tickets are only available for purchase at La Casa Azul.

Plan to stay two hours at the Frida Kahlo Museum to take the time to look at all the objects and pieces on display. Make sure you arrive 15 to 20 minutes before the time displayed on your timed-entry ticket.

Why is the Frida Kahlo Museum famous?

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Frida Kahlo is Mexico’s most famed artist, therefore La Casa Azul, the museum dedicated to her life and work, appeals to many, whether they are die-hard fans of Kahlo’s or interested in learning more about Mexico’s cultural heritage.

The fact that the Frida Kahlo Museum is the home where the artist was born, grew up, created, and died, adds to visitors’ interest. The collection contains much more than just paintings by Kahlo and Rivera: Many beautiful and personal objects, from books to jewelry, clothing, photographs, etc., are displayed.

La Casa Azul is not the only place in Mexico City where you can admire paintings by Frida Kahlo. The following cultural institutions are must-visits for fans of Kahlo’s work:

• Museo Dolores Olmedo , where you’ll see the largest collection of work by Kahlo and Rivera, such as “The Broken Column” and “Self Portrait with Small Monkey.” At the time of writing the museum is in the process of moving to the Parque Urbano Aztlán and will open to the public in 2024.
• Museo de Arte Moderno , where you can see “The Two Fridas” (1939), “The Coconuts” (1951), and “Still Life with Watermelons” (1953).

If you’d rather stay in a rental than a hotel while in CDMX, check out Matador’s selection of beautiful Airbnbs in Mexico City’s trendiest neighborhoods .

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Ágata Hotel Boutique & Spa

The Ágata Hotel Boutique & Spa is located in the artsy and historical neighborhood of Coyoacán, and is an eight minutes’ walk away from the Frida Kahlo Museum. The property is luxurious, but remains simple in its decor and atmosphere to make guests feel comfortable and at home. There is a full-service spa offering massages, facials, aromatherapy, and more, and when you’re done with the mud baths and the body wraps, you can enjoy the hotel’s beautiful terrace. Breakfast is included with your stay, and, more surprisingly, so is your reading material — if the book you’re looking for isn’t available in the hotel’s library, they’ll lend you a Kindle so you can download what you want.

Casa Moctezuma

A nine-minute walk to the Frida Kahlo Museum, Casa Moctezuma is an aparthotel with free Wifi and free breakfast. Each apartment has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and premium bedding. There is a laundry facility on site, and furnished outdoor spaces where guests can relax. The 24-hour front desk and concierge services will help make your stay in Mexico City a breeze.

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La Casa Azul (The Blue House) was the place where Frida Kahlo, the most renowned Latin American artist in the world, came into this world, lived, and took her last breath. The building, which dates to 1904, was not a large-scale construction. Today it has an 800 m2 building surrounded by property measuring 1200 m2. Diego and Frida filled it with color, folk art, and pre-Hispanic pieces to show their admiration for the peoples and cultures of Mexico. The construction underwent two major modifications. When Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky lived with Diego and Frida in 1937, the property today occupied by the garden was purchased. In 1946 Diego Rivera asked Juan O'Gorman to build Frida's studio. The interior of the house has been maintained virtually intact. This was respected by the poet and the couple's friend, Carlos Pellicer, who designed the museum display for the space after Frida's death. Therefore, the house and its contents preserve that intimate atmosphere.

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Discovering Frida Kahlo: Why You Need to Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum

Discover the complex history of Frida Kahlo's life as you tour Casa Azul with Context

Born July 6, 1907, Frida Kahlo is one of Mexico’s greatest cultural icons. Her vivid, evocative portraits and works of art incorporate themes of death, identity, reflection, and the human body. Her intense gaze jumps off the canvas as you take in her many self-portraits and unflinching, vibrant pieces of art.

Understanding Frida Kahlo’s Life and Work

To fully grasp the symbolism and power behind Kahlo’s work, it’s crucial to understand her complex journey to becoming the artist we know today.

Frida Kahlo’s Early Life

She explored her own identity from a young age, trying to decipher her place in the world as the daughter of a German father of Hungarian descent and a Mexican mother of Native American and Spanish descent. After a battle with polio as a child, she developed a lifelong limp. As a young girl, science initially piqued her curiosity, and she attended the National Preparatory School with the goal of becoming a doctor. However, life had more serendipitous plans for Kahlo. The famed artist Diego Rivera was working on a mural at the National Preparatory School, sparking the initial meeting between the two that would later develop into a tempestuous relationship.

Frida Kahlo’s Career and Personal Life

Frida Kahlo’s accident took place in 1925 when she was seriously injured in a bus accident.  Forced to navigate a slow and painful recovery process, Kahlo’s physical pain would later translate into her artwork. But out of tragedy came possibility – during her healing process, she taught herself to paint. Later, Kahlo and Rivera reconnected when Kahlo joined the Mexican Communist Party.

Rivera and Kahlo married in 1929 and spent several years traveling in the United States. In 1933, they returned to Mexico City and moved into a newly built home with two separate spaces connected by a bridge. The home became a hub of political and cultural momentum, as Kahlo and Rivera regularly hosted activists and artists. Leon Trotsky, a Russian Revolutionary, was a frequent visitor and ultimately became entangled in a brief affair with Kahlo.

Kahlo and Rivera’s marriage was undeniably tumultuous – filled with strife and affairs – and they divorced in 1939. The dissolution of their marriage fueled Kahlo’s artistic stamina, and she completed many of her most famous pieces in the aftermath of her divorce. The two reconciled a year later and moved into Kahlo’s childhood home, Casa Azul. Kahlo maintained her energy for painting, despite her declining health. Though she passed away at Casa Azul in 1953, her legacy, inspiration, and artistic genius endures.

Today, the Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City (at Casa Azul) is a testament to the artist's life and work, offering visitors a glimpse into her private world and her inspirations. A guided tour of the Frida Kahlo museum will help you understand the significance of the Frida Kahlo paintings housed within the cerulean walls, as well as the struggles she faced in her personal life.

Surprising Facts about Frida Kahlo

As one of the most famous Mexican artists, Kahlo’s life is a constant subject of intrigue and curiosity. Here are some unique facts about Frida Kahlo art, and the woman behind the paintbrush.

• “ Self Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird ” is often considered her most famous self-portrait.
• The 500 Mexican peso bill includes a portrait of Kahlo on one side and Rivera on the other.
• Kahlo’s painting “Diego y yo” sold in a 2021 auction for $34.9 million shattering the previous record auction price for a Latin American piece of art.

Kahlo’s paintings are brimming with significance and symbolism, her life is the study of a woman who was far ahead of her time. From her personal story to her incredible legacy, Kahlo’s life is a rich tapestry of historic experiences and contributions.

Seeing Frida Kahlo's Iconic Paintings in Person

If you want to experience Frida Kahlo paintings in person, spend some time at Casa Azul, the home of the Frida Kahlo Museum. Walk the same halls she walked as you view her masterpieces and get a peek inside her personal home.

Viewing her artwork in person evokes the emotional turmoil and personal history layered on each canvas. Many of Kahlo’s works at Casa Azul have never been loaned out to museums, so you’ll get an exclusive look at these incredible pieces. The museum also features special exhibitions, like a display of Kahlo’s wardrobe and personal effects.

Enhance your experience with our guided tour of the Frida Kahlo Museum , hosted by a local historian. As you move from Casa Azul to the Leon Trotsky Museum to the Coyoacán Neighborhood, you’ll gain deep insights into the artists’ works, activism, and legacies.

The Meaning Behind Frida Kahlo’s Paintings

Kahlo’s self-portraits and surrealist paintings are renowned for her use of vivid colors, intricate symbolism, and raw emotional expression.

Kahlo's paintings are filled with symbolism and represent many different themes and ideas. Some of her most famous works, such as "The Two Fridas" and "Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird," depict her own emotional turmoil and the pain she experienced throughout her life.

Other paintings, such as "The Broken Column," are a metaphor for her physical pain caused by lifelong surgeries and ailments. Kahlo's art also often features animals, plants, and other natural elements, which she used to symbolize different aspects of her life and identity.

In a profound illustration of her perspective on art, Kahlo is quoted as saying, “I paint flowers so they will not die.” Just as the depictions so brilliantly created on her canvases, Kahlo’s own life lives on through her groundbreaking artwork.

Experiencing the Vibrant Neighborhood of Coyoacán

Occupying land once inhabited by Ancient Aztec communities, the musical and bohemian atmosphere infused in Coyoacán’s traditional Mexican Market and main plaza is not to be missed.

This district has been home to noted artists and writers, such as Luis Buñuel, Jorge Ibargüengoitia, David Alfaro Siqueiros, Miguel Ángel de Quevedo, Dolores del Río, Emilio “Indio” Fernández, Manuel Álvarez Bravo and Octavio Paz. The artistic energy that inspired those creatives is alive and well in Coyoacán today.

Delight in traditional cuisines like an elote or churro as you stroll down the cobblestones of Callejón del Aguacate, an alley with beautiful street art and a shrine to the Virgin Mary. Stop at the Jardín Centenario (the Centennial Garden), built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mexico’s independence. Marvel at the emblematic fountain with two coyote statues at the center, a beautiful symbol for this bustling and historic park.

While you’re in the neighborhood, stop at Parroquia San Juan Bautista, a breathtaking 16th-century cathedral. Built in the Herrerian style, the cathedral’s exterior favors the simple over the ornate. However, the interior is bursting with archways and frescoes in the Baroque style.

Visit The Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City

Kahlo’s life and work are deeply entrenched in the history of Mexico City, so the Frida Kahlo Museum is a must-see if you’re planning to spend time in this dynamic place. It’s rare to get an opportunity to meander through an artist’s home, reveling in the environment that brought forth such powerful art.

Consider booking our Frida Kahlo Museum Tour to fully immerse yourself in the nuances of the history and life of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico City’s national icons. We also offer Mexico City Tours to enhance your time in this colorful city where tradition meets today in unexpected and brilliant ways.

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You Can Visit The Home Of Frida Kahlo In Mexico (& Why Its Worth The Visit)

Frida Kahlo was one of the most influential Mexican painters and is known for her deep and often painful art.

• Frida Kahlo is remembered for her influential works that explore gender, class, postcolonialism, and race in Mexican society.
• Her home, the Casa Azul in Mexico City, is now a museum open to the public and is a must-visit for anyone in Mexico City.
• Frida Kahlo's paintings, known for their vibrant colors and self-portraits, have gained recognition posthumously and are highly prized today.

Frida Kahlo is remembered as one of the most famous and influential Mexican painters. She has inspired her country's popular culture with her works and the difficult life she led. Her works expressed and explored gender, class, postcolonialism, and race in Mexican society as well as her own deep struggles in life.

Some of Frida's works can be seen in NYC at the Metropolitan Museum of Art while other works can be seen in France in the famous Louvre museum . But the best place to discover the life and works of the famous feminist Latin American painter is at her home, the Casa Azul , in Mexico City. It is now a museum open to the public and a must for anyone visiting Mexico City.

The Difficult Life Of Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo lived a difficult life being disabled by polio as a child. Later she was terribly injured in a bus accident when she was only 18. While she was able to walk again, she never fully recovered and her injuries stayed with her causing her lifelong pain and medical problems.

• Lived: 1907 to 1954
• Died: Aged 47

The accident shattered her pelvis, fractured her spine, and broke many other bones. Frida would go on to have 30 operations over her lifetime. Her injuries meant it was never possible for her to have children.

She joined the Mexican Communist Party in 1927 where she met another famous Mexican artist, Diego Rivera. They married in 1929. They had a complex relationship and traveled to the United States together.

Frida and Diego married twice after divorcing at one point. They even hosted the former Soviet Communist leader Leon Trotsky in their home after he was forced into exile by Joseph Stalin. Trotsky would be assassinated in Mexico, but not before Frida had a brief affair with him.

In her final years, she was married again to Diego, and he stayed with her to her end. She had her first solo exhibition in Mexico in 1953. The next year she died at the age of 47 ending a life plagued by the pain and health problems from her accident.

A 2002 movie, Frida , (produced in English) was made about Frida that explores her life, art, and many struggles. It is worth watching before visiting a museum.

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What Frida Kahlo Is Remembered For

Frida became famous after her death starting the 1970s. By the 1990s she also became a recognized figure in feminism and the LGBT community (she was likely bisexual). She is remembered for her self-portraits, her pain and passion, and the colors she used in her works.

While she didn't sell many paintings in her lifetime, they have become highly prized today. One of her self-portraits, Roots , sold for $5.62 million in 2006 setting the record for the most expensive Latin American work of art purchased at an auction.

• Works: Approx. 200 (paintings, sketches, drawings)

Frida Kahlo's works are known for their vibrant colors as well as for eye-catching self-portraits. Of her 143 paintings, some 55 were self-portraits. In them, she expresses her deep emotional and physical pain.

She included many aspects of Mexico's indigenous culture in her art. A common theme in her paintings, drawings, and sketches is life experience.

Her paintings gained notoriety and one of her works, The Frame , was the first Mexican painting to be featured at the Louvre in Paris. It is now one of the great paintings to see at the Louvre that are not the Mona Lisa .

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How To Visit Frida Kahlo's Home, The Frida Kahlo Museum, Today

Her family home in Coyoacan is now open to the public as the Frida Kahlo Museum . Her house is known as the Casa Azul (Blue House) — one glimpse of it is enough to explain why it's called blue.

This was where Frida spent most of her life. She lived there with her family and then again late in her life with her husband Diego Rivera.

• Address: Londres 247, Col. Del Carmen, Coyoacán, CDMX, México, 04100
• General Admission: $250-270 Mexican Pesos (USD $15-16) - Foreign Visitors

Opening Hours:

• Mondays: Closed
• Tuesdays, Thursdays to Sundays: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Wednesdays: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

Frida and Diego choose to leave the house as a museum for all the Mexicans to see. It has been a museum since 1958, and it displays not only the personal objects and paintings by Frida but also Diego. The house has been set with documents, furnishings, and more to create the ambiance that Frida sought to create.

The museum is open every day except for Mondays and some Mexican holidays (check the Museum website before visiting). Visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum is arguably one of the top things to do in Mexico City .

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Workshop. The Universe of Papier Mâché

12:00 to 3:00 pm

• Come and discover the art of papier mâché. Join the workshop and paint your own “judas” figure. You’ll end up with a one-of-a-kind figure!
• We invite you to explore the origins of papier mâché, its significance in traditional Mexican art, and the special relationship that Frida Kahlo had with this folk art.

In-person activity for the general public

Costo (MXN)

$100.00 pesos

Birthday Card and Collaborative Exhibition

• Wish Frida happy 115th birthday!
• We invite you to send Frida Kahlo a birthday card. You can send it by e-mail, by mail, or turn it in directly at the Museum.
• A small collaborative exhibition will be organized with the cards and you can visit it on Wednesday, July 6.
• Cards will be received: until Sunday, July 3
• E-mail: [email protected]

Conference. Revisiting: New Approaches to the Frida Kahlo Museum Collection

• “Revisiting: New Approaches to the Frida Kahlo Museum Collection” by Luis Martín Lozano
• At Frida’s death in 1954, Diego turned the Casa Azul into a museum. In this way, objects and documents today attest to the artist’s life and artistic legacy. In-depth studies of this rich patrimony, donated by Rivera to the people of Mexico, have begun in recent years. We invite you to engage in a dialogue on the collection of paintings and drawings in this collection and to delve into Frida’s career as an artist.
• Activity live on Facebook Live

Book Club. Frida between the Lines

6:30 to 8:00 pm

• Be part of the Museum book club: a space for sharing, reflecting on, and discussing Frida Kahlo’s life and work, through biographical documents, compilations of letters, novels, and essays on the artist and her world.
• Limited capacity
• *Participants responsible for getting their own books.
• Registration: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

Free in-person activity for the general public

Movie Nights. Azul Cinema

• Join us to enjoy documentaries and videographics on the life and times of Frida Kahlo.
• Pre-registration required
• Registration: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo 

Workshop. Planting My World

• Take a little piece of Frida’s garden. Come with your guests, adopt a small plant, and personalize your flowerpot. You can share in the inspiration that Frida found in her garden!
• Participate in this collaborative activity that consists of choosing and transplanting a succulent and intervening and preparing the clay pot for the plant that you’ll adopt.

Walking Tour. Frida’s Coyoacán

12:00 to 2:00 pm

• On this walking tour, we’ll visit the spots that Frida Kahlo frequented in her day-to-day life.
• Join us on the streets and at the sites that saw the artist grow up and where she wrote her story with her family and friends.

$200.00 pesos per person

Taller: Universo de cartón

12:00 a 15:00 h

Costo: $100 MXN

• Ven y descubre el arte de la cartonería. Participa en el taller y pinta tu propio judas. ¡Te llevarás una figura única!
• Te invitamos a conocer los orígenes de la cartonería, su relevancia en el arte tradicional mexicano y la relación que tuvo Frida Kahlo con este arte popular.

Actividad presencial para todo público

Taller: Plantando mi mundo

• Llévate un pedacito del jardín de Frida. Ven con tus acompañantes, adopta una pequeña planta y personaliza tu maceta. ¡Compartirás la inspiración que Frida encontró en su jardín!
• Participa en esta actividad colaborativa que consiste en elegir y trasplantar una suculenta e intervenir y preparar la maceta de barro para esa planta que adoptarás.

Costo: $100 MXM

El Coyoacán de Frida | Recorrido a pie

Costo: $200 MXN por persona

• En este recorrido a pie, visitaremos aquellos lugares que Frida Kahlo frecuentó en su día a día.
• Acompáñanos por las calles y sitios que vieron crecer a la artista y en donde, junto a su familia y amigos, escribió su historia.
• Inscripción previa Cupo limitado Inscripciones: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

Taller ofrenda

11:00 a 17:00 h

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Taller: Retratos y recuerdos

12:00 a 17:00 h

• Celebra en familia la memoria de un ser querido.
• Con madera y papel personalizaremos un nicho para ofrenda dedicado a los que ya no están.

Taller presencial: Entre hilos y raíces

11:00 a 14:00 h

Costo: $650 MXN | CUPO LLENO

• Crea tu propio árbol genealógico con la técnica de foto bordado.
• Aprenderás cómo transferir tus retratos familiares en tela y con aguja e hilo bordarás tus lazos familiares.
• Inscripción previa

650.00 con materiales incluídos

Taller: Entre hilos y raíces

Noche de museos.

18:00 a 21:00 h.

Adquiere tus boletos en línea

• Te invitamos a visitarnos en la Noche de Museos.
• Podrás disfrutar de la Casa Azul en horario extendido.
• De 18:00 a 21:00 h.
• Adquiere tus boletos en www.boletosfridakahlo.org

Visita dramatizada

19:00 a 20:00 h.

Cupo limitado | Costo $200.00 MXN

• ¡Deja que la propia Frida te guíe por su casa!
• Disfruta del espectáculo Pies para qué los quiero, si tengo alas pa´ volar, a cargo de la Asociación Teatral Luna de Plata.
• Costo: $200.00 MXN por persona. Incluye entrada al Museo.
• Registro previo
• Para reservaciones y registro, visita el link de nuestra bio o en linkr.bio/museofridakahlo
• Cupo limitado
• En este taller te invitamos a celebrar a nuestros tus seres queridos con un especial portarretratos.
• Conoceremos a los miembros de la familia de Frida Kahlo y conmemoraremos nuestros propios orígenes.

Frida entre letras | Club de lectura

18:30 a 20:00 h.

Actividad con inscripción previa

• Sé parte del círculo de lectura del Museo: un espacio para compartir, reflexionar y dialogar sobre la vida y obra de Frida Kahlo, a través de documentos biográficos, compilaciones de cartas, novelas y ensayos sobre la artista y su entorno.
• Inscripción previa con reglamento
• *Los libros corren a cargo del participante.
• Inscripciones: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

Actividad presencial gratuita para todo público

*CUPO LLENO*

19:00 a 21:00 h.

Costo: $400 MXN por pareja por pareja.

• Ven y disfruta con tu pareja de una noche  exclusiva incluye:
• Boleto doble, explicación introductoria, recorrido por las salas del Museo y convivencia en el jardín de Frida Kahlo.
• Disfruta el Museo a puerta cerrada con tu pareja.
• Registro previo en:   www.linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

Taller presencial | Universo de cartón

Taller presencial | plantando mi mundo, taller presencial | ¿quién es en el espejo.

• Mira tu reflejo, ¿a quién ves?
• Como Frida, ven y pinta lo que mejor conoces.

Conferencia: El listón de una bomba. Sobre algunos autorretratos en la obra de Frida Kahlo

Mírala a través de Facebook Live

• Por la Dra. Helena Chávez Mac Gregor (Instituto de Investigaciones Estéticas, UNAM)
• Esta conferencia explora la obra de Frida Kahlo desde una serie de autorretratos. En ellos, creemos, se despliega una política, alejada de los formatos ideológicos del momento, en el que explota una política como intervención en la subjetividad desde una ambigüedad existencial que todavía hoy nos conmueve y provoca. Obras que son aperturas más allá de su tiempo. Una bomba, como la describió André Bretón, que todavía sigue estallando.

Taller en línea | Soy ella: Construyendo identidad

Cupo limitado con registro previo

• Imparte: Giselle Dessavre
• Reflexiona acerca de quién eres y lo que te ha construido.
• Explora tu identidad por medio del collage análogo.
• Actividad gratuita
• Registro previo: www.linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

Cinema Azul

• Inauguración del ciclo: Constelación Frida, con la proyección de la película Flor silvestre de Emilio Fernández (México, 1943)
• Proyección en la Cineteca Nacional, en cinta de 35 mm
• Obtén tus boletos en: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo
• Ciclo: Constelación Frida
• Proyección de la película ¡Así es mi tierra! de Arcady Boytler (México, 1937), en el Museo Frida Kahlo.  
• Proyección de la película La mancha de sangre de Adolfo Best Maugard (México, 1937) en el Museo Frida Kahlo.  

Festival de la creatividad | Actividad de dibujo en el jardín: Un Frido en el jardín

Todo el día

Actividad gratuita y permanente

Festival de la creatividad | Taller: Universo de cartón

Festival de la creatividad | taller: plantando mi mundo, festival de la creatividad | taller: ¿quién es en el espejo.

12:00 a 14:00 h

Festival de la creatividad | Taller de diorama: Casita azul

Costo $100.00 MXN

• Echa un vistazo al pasado de la Casa Azul, recrea un espacio en el que Frida vivió.

Festival de la creatividad | Taller: La'pa guie' (Corona de flores en zapoteco)

• Descubre el origen de los famosos tocados de Frida, ¡haz tu propia diadema de flores!

Festival de la creatividad | Taller de cartonería

11:00 a 15:00 h

Costo $350.00

• Sumérgete en el arte popular de la cartonería; construye tu propio torito cuetero y aprende de la mano de maestros cartoneros desde la fabricación del engrudo hasta la decoración.
• Impartido por: Taller Sarapico
• Registro previo: linkr.bio/museofridakahlo

14 años en adelante

Festival de la creatividad | Cuentacuentos

• Ven y escucha las historias que se vivieron en la Casa Azul.

Actividad infantil gratuita, abierta a todo el público.

Costo $350.00 MXN

Costo $100 MXN

Taller: Casita Azul

Taller: la'pa guie' (corona de flores en zapoteco), taller: ¿quién es en el espejo, día internacional de los museos | rally.

12:00 a 16:00 h

Rally: Descubre la magia del jardín de Frida Kahlo

• Descubre la magia del jardín de Frida Kahlo
• Visita nuestros stands y explora de cerca las plantas del jardín de la Casa Azul. Te enseñaremos el tipo de vegetación que cuidamos y protegemos. Conoce cómo la naturaleza inspiró a Frida.
• Puedes concluir tu visita llevándote un pedacito del jardín adoptando una pequeña planta en nuestro taller Plantando mi mundo.

Día Internacional de los Museos | Caminata: Del Jardín de Frida al Pedregal de Diego

Actividad gratuita con registro previo

• Actividad en conjunto con el Museo Anahuacalli
• Recorrido guiado por la escritora y naturalista Mónica Nepote
• Descubre el jardín de la Casa Azul, para después caminar hacia al Anahuacalli. Durante este recorrido haremos un ejercicio de observación y reflexión sensible, para poder acercarnos a la manera en la que estos dos grandes artistas se relacionaban con la naturaleza, la manera en la que nuestro entorno ha evolucionado y cómo ésta aún sostiene nuestras vidas dentro de la urbanización constante.
• Al llegar al Museo Anahuacalli, reflexionaremos sobre todos estos cambios sentados en el pedregal del espacio ecológico y compartiendo historias y anécdotas.

Taller presencial: Universo de cartón

Taller presencial: plantando mi mundo, coyoacán de frida | 2º edición sketch urbano.

Cuota de recuperación: $200 MXN

• En esta actividad los participantes conocerán la historia de Frida Kahlo en Coyoacán a través de un recorrido histórico y complementarán la experiencia con apuntes de dibujo de los elementos más relevantes de cada estación.
• Cupo limitado a 10 personas
• Actividad con registro previo

Festival de la Creatividad | Taller presencial: Casita azul

Festival de la creatividad | taller presencial: ¿quién es en el espejo.

• Mira tú reflejo, ¿a quién ves? Como Frida, ven y pinta lo que mejor conoces.

Festival de la Creatividad | Taller presencial: La'pa guie': Corona de flores

• Descubre el origen de los famosos tocados de Frida, ¡haz tu propia diadema de flores

Festival de la Creatividad | Taller presencial: Plantando mi mundo

• Llévate un pedacito del jardín de Frida.
• Ven con tus acompañantes, adopta una pequeña planta y personaliza tu maceta.
• ¡Compartirás la inspiración que Frida encontró en su jardín!

Festival de la Creatividad | Taller presencial: Universo de cartón

• Ven y descubre el arte de la cartonería. Participa en el taller y pinta tu propio judas.
• ¡Te llevarás una figura única!

Mission: To invite the world to an aesthetic experience and personal encounter with Frida Kahlo in her most intimate spaces, where we promote knowledge and the preservation of her legacy, as well as her relationship to art and Mexican traditions.

Vision: To be the beacon and hub for research, dissemination, and understanding of Frida Kahlo’s life and work, as well as of her artistic, ideological, and social milieu, in a moving experience that goes beyond inspiration and personal empowerment.

• To achieve economic stability to keep the Frida Kahlo Museum and Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum open to the public.
• To have security systems for the stewardship of the building and the work.
• To offer visitors a meaningful experience and attention of the highest caliber.
• To raise funds for the conservation and restoration of the collection and building housing the Museum.
• To expand the Museum’s variety of cultural activities to generate greater public interest in Frida Kahlo’s life and work.
• To promote the development of artistic sensibility as an integral part of the life of individuals.
• To offer different experiences in the Museum such as visits with video guides, kids’ tours, dramatized visits, and tours for people with disabilities.
• To train Museum personnel to offer the optimum service and protect the collection.
• To spread awareness of the legacy of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.

Perla Labarthe Álvarez General Coordination [email protected]

Administration [email protected]

Public Relations and Public Outreach [email protected]

Cultural Activities and Educational Communication [email protected]

Communication and Press [email protected]

Tickets [email protected]

Downloadable files

• Frida Kahlo Biographies
• Bibliography Mexican art
• Bibliography Mexican muralism
• Bibliography Frida Kahlo
• Bibliography Diego Rivera
• The Blue House
• FK's Dresses
• BIOGRAFIA DI FRIDA KAHLO
• TRASCENDE L’EREDITÀ PIÙ MODERNA
• LA CASA AZUL: L’UNIVERSO INTIMO DI FRIDA KAHLO
• BIOGRAFIE FRIDA KAHLOS
• DAS BLAUE HAUS: DAS INTIME UNIVERSUM FRIDA KAHLOS
• DAS MODERNSTE VERMÄCHTNIS WIRD DURCHDRUNGEN

LA CASA AZUL

CONSERVATION OF THE COLLECTION

ARTWORK REPRODUCTION REQUESTS

To request permission to reproduce artworks by Frida Kahlo or Diego Rivera:

In Mexico, contact the Fideicomiso de los Museos Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo, del Banco de México: Lic. Luis Rodrigo Saldaña [email protected] Lic. Carla Barri Rosendo: [email protected] Telephone: 555237 2144

From abroad, please contact the Artists Rights Society: Maria Fernanda Meza: [email protected] Address: 536 Broadway, Fifth Floor / New York, NY 10012 Telephone: (001) 212 420 9160 Website: www.arsny.com

Consulting the Archives The Archives are currently closed for reorganization. Thank you for your understanding. Xochiquetzal González [email protected]

FACILITIES´ RENTAL

The Museum opens its doors to create the ideal atmosphere for your event. The gardens, architecture and location of the Casa Azul will make your event unforgettable. Contact us.

Ariadna Togo Public relations [email protected]

JOIN OUR TEAM

What do we offer?

Students can fulfill their social service or professional practice requirements through activities or projects in which they can apply their skills in the Museo Frida Kahlo.

Students can also learn new skills to gain professional experience, such as learning about how museum work is conducted, organizational capacity, cultural promotion development, design, outreach, attending to the public, infrastructure maintenance, specialized maintenance, educational communication, and getting an idea of how exhibitions are managed and installed.

We offer a pleasant workplace where students can work more closely with art.

Support Areas

• Communication and Graphic Design
• Research and Registrar’s Office
• Exhibitions
• Restoration and Conservation
• Infrastructure Maintenance
• Specialized Maintenance
• Visitor Services
• Educational Communication
• Public Relations
• Cultural Promotion

If you are interested, please send an e-mail to [email protected] , with the following information: Your area of interest Name of your university and your major area of study Attach a CV and a portfolio, if relevant

VOLUNTEERS’ PROGRAM

The Museo Frida Kahlo Volunteers’ Program is designed for all those who have an altruistic interest in supporting the museum and wish to contribute to the Museum’s work by serving as volunteers, who seek to be more involved in the life of museums, and who would like to promote and strengthen the city’s art and culture.

The program seeks volunteers who wish to offer support to Museum personnel in performing different activities in the areas of: Visitor Services, Guides, Cultural Activities, Communication and Design, Exhibitions, Restoration, and Specialized Maintenance.

If you are interested, please send an e-mail to [email protected] , for further information.

OPEN INVITATION

The Museo Frida Kahlo invites you to collaborate with its online translation program, from Spanish to French or English .

If you can help us, please send your CV to  [email protected]

If you are a native speaker of another language, please indicate what language(s) you speak.

Places of interest

a) Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum b) Leon Trotsky House Museum c) National Museum of Popular Cultures d) National Museum of Watercolor “Alfredo Guati Rojo” e) Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo Study House Museum

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PRIVACY NOTICE

FRIDA KAHLO MUSEUM WEBSITE POLICY CONCERNING PRIVACY AND THE USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION 

Entity Responsible for Protecting Your Personal Information

Banco de México is the Fiduciary of the Trust for the Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo Museums, through the Directorship of the Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum and Frida Kahlo Museum, domiciled in the Frida Kahlo Museum, at Londres 247, Colonia Del Carmen Coyoacán, Alcaldía Coyoacán, C.P. 04100, Ciudad de México.

In compliance with the provisions of Article 15 of the Federal Law of Protection of Personal Information in the Possession of Private Parties, we communicate our policy concerning privacy and the use of personal information:

1. Your personal information will be used to be able to contact you about your questions, requests, or comments, to evaluate the quality of our services, to conduct studies on consumer habits and preferences, as well as to promote our activities.

2. For the purposes indicated in this privacy statement, we can collect your personal information in different ways: when you provide it directly, through our bulletin and our surveys. The information that you provide will not be shared, distributed, or sold.

The personal information that we collect through the bulletin are name and e-mail; information collected through surveys conducted by the Museum are name, gender, age, municipality of residence, occupation, level of education, and e-mail.

3. If you wish to be removed from our database or to update your information, you may at any time request to be removed or to have your information corrected via an e-mail to: [email protected] or in writing to the Dirección del Museo Frida Kahlo, Londres 247, Colonia Del Carmen Coyoacán, Alcaldía Coyoacán, C.P. 04100, Ciudad de México.

4. Your request might be included in the statistical reports prepared to track institutional advances made by the Frida Kahlo Museum. These reports are solely for statistical purposes and will not include information permitting the identification of individuals. 5. Your personal information can be provided to third parties in accordance with what is strictly stated in the applicable legislation. 6. The entity responsible for the protection of your personal information has sufficient physical, technical, and administrative security measures to protect it. 7. Any change in this privacy statement will be made known through communiqués on this website or through messages to the e-mail you have provided for this purpose.

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Museo Frida Kahlo Questions & Answers

How much time should we allow to visit the Frida Kahlo Museum? Thank you in advance for your help!

It's about a two hour experience with all the reading and picture taking.

As the other two responders feel, I think between 2 and 4 hours is appropriate depending on your level of interest in all the little things the museum has to offer. That said, strongly recommend you plan on spending the day in the neighborhood. it is lively, has a huge market and many great lunch spots plus a beautiful park and square. One of my best days in MC.

I would also say 2 hours but would also encourage you to spend time in the neighborhood, eating lunch at the square, visiting the handicraft center, and taking in the beauty of the greenery/fountains of the square.

Max 2 hours.

2 hours max.

At least a couple of hours.

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