The National Museum of Mexican Art announced it will reopen to the public at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 1, 2021. The Museum’s return to regular hours comes 474 days since it temporarily closed in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Over the past year we have turned to staying in touch with our community virtually, stretching our capacity and learning to engage with people in new ways at a time of great need,” said Carlos Tortolero, Founder and President of the National Museum of Mexican Art. “We miss the voices and footsteps of families making their way through the museum and we are thrilled to welcome people back.”

The health and safety of Museum guests and staff remain a priority in reopening. The Museum will follow CDC, Illinois Department of Public Health and City of Chicago guidelines. Hand sanitizer and face masks are available for guests. In-person programs and guided tours are temporarily on hold. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Museum’s new Ray Castro Plaza and Parking Lot is planned this summer. The annual Día de Muertos exhibition, curated by Cesáreo Moreno will be unveiled on September 10. Opening the same day, Reframing Comunidad will feature the portraiture art of California artists Ester Hernández and Shizu Saldamando. This exceptional duo exhibition is curated by Chicana scholar, Tere Romo. Admission is always free. The Museum is open Tuesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more, please call 312-738-1503 or visit www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org.