MALBA (Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires)
About
The MALBA (Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires) is the premier destination to appreciate one of the finest collections of Latin American art. This non-profit institution is dedicated to collecting, preserving, researching, and promoting Latin American art. Opened in 2001, the MALBA Museum is located in Palermo Chico, just a 15-minute stroll from Recoleta.
The museum hosts the impressive Constantini Collection, consisting of up to 400 works by 78 artists from across South and Central America. Highlights include pieces by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Antonio Berni, Fernando Botero, Wilfredo Lam, and Roberto Matta. MALBA Buenos Aires also hosts numerous temporary exhibitions throughout the year and screens films in its onsite auditorium.
Why visit the MALBA?
The Museum of Latin American Art Buenos Aires offers a rich taste of Latin American art and an opportunity to learn about its diverse cultural heritage. MALBA is open throughout the week except on Tuesdays. A Free Digital Guide is also available for download to help make your visit more enjoyable. You can consult the MALBA website for more details and visitor information.
MALBA is also within walking distance of other notable places lof interest like El Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas and Jardín Japonés (the Japanese Gardens).
Did You Know?
MALBA is the only art museum in Buenos Aires that was purpose-built for this function.
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How to get to Malba:
Subway:
If you don't mind a walk, MALBA is approximately a 20-minute walk from Facultad de Derecho Station on Linea H or Scalabrini Ortiz Station on Linea D.
Bus:
Routes stopping along Figueroa Alcorta: 67, 102, 130, 124
Routes stopping within a four-block radius: 10, 37, 38, 41, 59, 60, 67, 92, 93, 95, 108, 110, 118, 128.
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Address:
Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 3415
