It exhibits sculptures, ceramics, photographs, and other works of art by renowned contemporary Cusco artisans, such as Edilberto Mérida, Hilario Mendivil, Santiago Rojas, Follana and others. They are examples of grotesque and religious crafts, typical dances, Manuelito children and more; made with original typical elements. Today our Museum of Popular Art is exposed to the contemplation of all the diligent spirits who love beauty, we harbor the intimate conviction that it constitutes a valuable contribution to the cause of the aesthetic education of the Cusco people, to the growth of their culture and a precious material. for scholars of folklore and ethnology. The Popular Art Museum was created thanks to the cultural contribution of the American Institute of Art of Cusco, whose members rescued the traditional Santurantikuy Christmas fair when it was about to disappear, rewarding year after year for 74 years the artisans who The best works were presented at said fair, with whose crafts the museum is formed, which is the best or one of the best in Peru. In addition, temporary, individual and collective exhibitions are held in its rooms, sponsoring local, national and foreign artists, with the aim of promoting new talents and also established masters who wish to exhibit in the room.
SCHEDULE: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Sundays and holidays 8:00 – 1:00 hrs.
