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Museums and Galleries in Lima.Indd Tel: + 51 1 651 2424 @aracaritravel Website: www.aracari.com Aracari Travel Email: [email protected] MUSEUMS & GALLERIES IN LIMA Lima boasts an excellent range of museums and art galleries which can be visited with our guides and specialists, or in your own time. The Larco Museum is not to be missed if you’re interested in Pre-Colombian art and cultures aside the Incas, holding the best collection of Moche pottery in Peru and a fine collection of textiles and gold. Amano Museum is dedicated to pre-Colombian textiles, displaying an impressive private collection. MALI, Lima’s art museum, shows work from the pre-Colombian era to recent past and is housed in an attractive building in the downtown area. In Barranco, the Pedro de Osma Museum exhibits pieces from the second to eighteenth century, providing the best, small showcase of artifacts to understand the origin of the Incas. Next door is MATE (Mario Testino Museum) exhibiting the famous Peruvian’s photography; you can purchase a double ticket at either museum to visit both at a reduced cost. A triple ticket can be purchased to additionally include MAC Contemporary Art Museum, when they have temporary exhibitions, which is also located in Barranco. (*) Highly recommended The Great Cultures Hall at the Larco Museum Larco Museum (*) Av. Bolívar 1515, Pueblo Libre Tel. 461-1835 / 461-1312 Monday - Sunday: 9am - 10pm Web: www.museolarco.org Email: [email protected] Housed in an elegant, whitewashed hacienda with a lovely garden, this museum contains the largest private collection of Pre- Colombian artifacts in Peru, with thousands of the finest ceramics from diverse Pre-Colombian cultures. There are two spaces dedicated to textiles and gold and silver objects. In the Larco Museum you can find the famous erotic pottery from the Moche culture (500AD). It has a nice gift shop with an array of souvenir replicas and jewelry, and a delicious on-site restaurant (open 9am-10pm). Pedro de Osma Museum (*) Av. Pedro de Osma 421, Barranco Tel. 467-0141 / 467-0063 Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 6pm Closed Monday Web: www.museopedrodeosma.org/english Email: [email protected] A treasured collection of colonial paintings, sculptures and silver from the viceregal period, housed in a beautiful mansion with manicured gardens. Make sure to explore the Pre-Colombian wing dedicated to the origin of the Incas. The wing displays artifacts such as pottery and jewelry from the Tihuanacu (pre-Inca) and Inca cultures. Purchase a double ticket at the museum to visit both Pedro de Osma and MATE at a reduced cost. Pedro de Osma Museum exterior; Alta Moda room at the MATE; contemporary art at MAC MATE - Mario Testino Museum Av. Pedro de Osma 409, Barranco Tel. 200-5400 Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 7pm Closed Monday Web: www.mate.pe Email: [email protected] Located in a former summer residence, originally built in 1898, this gallery is dedicated to exhibiting the works of contemporary Peruvian photographer, Mario Testino. The permanent exhibition features portraits of Kate Moss, Gisele Bündchen, Madonna and Princess Diana, as well as a images from his celebrated exhibition, Alta Moda. The gallery hosts temporary exhibitions and is accompanied by a lovely shop, with items ranging from fashionable clothes made from hand-stitched textiles to delicate jewelry with a Peruvian flare. Purchase a double ticket at the museum to visit both Pedro de Osma and MATE at a reduced cost. MAC - Museum of Contemporary Art Av. Grau 1511, Barranco Tel. 514-6800 Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 6pm Closed Monday Web: www.maclima.pe Email: [email protected] This art gallery features a collection of contemporary art exhibitions housed in three seperate spaces as well as an outdoor park and garden. On-site there is also a nice, peaceful café, La Bodega Verde. The Inca Room at Amano Pre-Colombian Textile Museum Amano Pre-Colombian Textile Museum (*) Calle Retiro 160, Miraflores Tel. 441-2909 Tuesday-Sunday: 10am - 5pm Closed Monday Web: www.eng.museoamano.org Email: [email protected] Renovated in 2015, the museum hosts a beautiful collection of Pre-Colombian textiles specialized in the Chancay culture. There are also works from cultures such as Chavín, Paracas, Nazca, Huari, and Moche. Upon request, Aracari can arrange access to additional, privately stored textiles that are not normally displayed to the public. Incan portraits on a folding screen at MALI MALI - Lima Art Museum Paseo Colón 125, Downtown Tel. 204-0000 Tuesday - Friday, Sunday: 10am - 7pm; Saturday:10am - 5pm Closed Monday Web: www.mali.pe Email: [email protected] The MALI is housed in the beautiful ‘Palace of the Exhibition’ building which has an iron structural design by the Eiffel Company and is surrounded by charming gardens. It contains four centuries of Peruvian artworks, including modern paintings. It also houses Pre-Colombian artifacts and colonial furniture. The museum’s permanent exhibition is located on the 2nd floor, and on the 1st floor they offer interesting temporary exhibitions. It has a very nice museum shop (including a range of books on Peru) and a café. Banco Central de la Reserva Jirón Lampa 474 (Corner of Jr. Lampa and Jr. Ucayalii), Lima Tel. 613-2000 Tuesday - Saturday: 9am - 5pm, on Wednesday open until 7pm Closed Monday and Sunday Web: www.bcrp.gob.pe/museocentral/el-museo Email: [email protected] The museum was originally built as the National Bank of Peru from where it takes its name. It is located on one of the most traditional streets in Lima, and offers free entrance to its small but interesting collections. The basement displays a lovely Pre- Colombian gold coin collection, the main floor offers traditional arts from Pablo Macera’s collection such as festive masks and fabrics, and the top floor houses contemporary art. Wu Gallery Av. Sáenz Peña 129, Barranco Tel. 247-4685 Monday - Friday: 10:30am - 7pm; Saturday: 3pm - 7pm Closed Sunday Web: www.wugaleria.com/en Email: [email protected] Specializing in new talent, this gallery features contemporary art from young Peruvian artists. Works are available to purchase. Enlace Av. Camino Real 1123, San Isidro Tel. 222-5714 Monday - Saturday: 11am - 8pm Closed Sunday Web: www.enlaceart.com Email: [email protected] Enlace is an upscale art gallery located in a stately home that exhibits the works of Peruvian and Latin American contemporary artists. Works are available to purchase. Centro Colich Jirón Colina 110, Barranco Tel. 247-1538 Monday - Saturday: 10:30am - 8pm Closed Sunday Web: www.facebook.com/centro.colich Email: [email protected] Located in a renovated home from 1907, the Centro Colich is a charming commercial arts center that offers shops and exhibitions ranging from design, decoration, and jewelry, to photography, painting, and sculptures. Works are available to purchase. CeDe Gallery Av. Sáenz Peña 214, Barranco Tel. 975-584-084 Monday - Friday: 11am - 7pm, Saturday until 5pm Closed Sunday Web: www.dearteenlinea.com Email: [email protected] CeDe Gallery is a space dedicated to the exhibition and development of Peruvian contemporary art, with a specialty in plastic arts. Works are available to purchase. 80m2 Malecón Pazos 252, Barranco Tel. 252-9246 Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 7pm, Saturday 11am - 7pm Closed Sunday Web: www.80m2galeria.com Email: [email protected] This gallery specializes in contemporary Peruvian art and its dynamic within the international art scene. They display works with political and social themes, and promote discussion about art and culture by providing a forum for debate. Works are available to purchase. A selection of the private art collection on display at Casa Bolognesi Casa Bolognesi Plaza Bolognesi 544, Cercado de Lima Visits by appointment only – please contact us to assist A grand belle époque building overlooking Plaza Bolognesi in the historic center of Lima, Casa Bolognesi has been carefully restored and is now home to an extensive private art collection of contemporary Peruvian and Latin American art. With the largest stock of for sale contemporary art in Lima, works are available to purchase. Artesenías Las Pallas Cajamarca 212, Barranco Tel. 477-4629 Monday - Saturday: 10am - 6:30pm Closed Sunday Web: www.laspallas.com Email: [email protected] A small art shop dedicated to traditional Peruvian folk art such as weaving, pottery, masks, and hand painted decorations. This is a great place to purchase high quality, hand crafted souvenirs, as well as admire the art on display. Works are available to purchase. Graffiti street art mural in Callao Callao Monumental Jr. Constitución 250, Callao Monumental Tel. 989-771-342 Tuesday - Sunday: 11am - 6pm Closed Monday Web: www.monumentalcallao.com Email: [email protected] This art project is centered around the Ronald Building, a former office building. Restored and renovated, it now houses six floors of working art studios, contemporary galleries and high-end boutiques. Around the building are further art galleries, such as Evolución and Bufeo, with work available for purchase. This area is now also notable for its contemporary graffiti street art murals. Kunturhuasi Calle Ocharán 182, Miraflores Tel. 447 - 7173 / 242 - 9469 Monday - Friday: 10am - 8pm, Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday by appointment This shop is an eclectic personal collection of traditional folk art and weavings from around Peru. There is no sign on the green door, but ring the bell and you will be welcomed into rooms full of rugs, jewelry and more. Works are available to purchase. National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru Plaza Bolivar, Pueblo Libre Tel. 321-5630 / 618-9393 Tuesday - Saturday: 9am - 4pm; Sunday: 9am - 3:30pm Closed Monday Web: www.mnaahp.cultura.pe Email: [email protected] Recommended for travelers with a serious interest in archaeology and history, this museum is extremely educational and a better option for those traveling without children.
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