Art, history, major collections, and architecture come together at the Juan Beckmann Gallardo Cultural Center, located in the heart of the so called Pueblo Mágico of Tequila. Opened at the end of 2018, it has become one of the most important cultural venues in the region.
The center, designed by architect Jorge Loyzaga, features a New Spanish Baroque style with contemporary elements. Its spacious halls, corridors, and courtyards incorporate materials such as polished cantera stone, mahogany wood, wrought iron, and burnished clay floors, creating a colonial atmosphere that invites visitors to travel back in time.
The Juan Beckmann Gallardo Cultural Center houses a variety of exhibitions, ranging from pre-hispanic to contemporary art. Among these, there is a significant collection of historic carriages that illustrate the evolution of transportation in Mexico throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
There is also an important charrería exhibit, featuring impressive saddles, traditional charro suits, and other items that celebrate one of the most representative traditions of both Mexico and the state of Jalisco.
The venue also showcases a collection of pre-hispanic artifacts from archaeologist Alexander Von Wuthenau.
In terms of contemporary art, there is a room dedicated to temporary exhibitions; the corridors display sculptures by artist José Luis Cuevas, and there is a collection of abstract art by Manuel Felguérez.
But that’s not all, the Juan Beckmann Gallardo Cultural Center also safeguards a collection of Mexican folk art, highlighting the valuable work of artisans from across all the country.
Juan Beckmann Gallardo Cultural Center, in Tequila, Jalisco, is more than just a place for art appreciation; it\'s an opportunity to connect with Mexico\'s history and the essence of its most representative traditions.
