Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum and its collection

Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum
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The Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum is located in the Villa Ortiz Basualdo, a beautiful property in Mar del Plata, Argentina. This fine arts museum is a significant cultural landmark in the city, offering visitors a chance to explore a wide range of artistic works.

Architectural Significance of the Area

The museum is situated in the Stella Maris hill area, known for its architectural significance. This area includes other notable properties such as Villa Normandy and Villa Blaquier, which were recognized as a National Historic Monument in January 2021. Visitors to the museum can also appreciate the architectural beauty of these surrounding properties.

Art Collection of the Museum

The Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum boasts a collection of approximately 600 works, including paintings, sculptures, lithographs, and photographs. These works include pieces by renowned Argentine artists such as Antonio Berni, Alberto Bruzzone, Prilidiano Pueyrredón, Luis Seoane, Raúl Soldi, and Juan Carlos Castagnino, after whom the museum was renamed in 1982. The museum is particularly proud to own 138 works by Castagnino.

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ESMuseo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino
ITVilla Ortiz Basualdo

Art & Design Art & Design Contemporary art Modern art Photography Person & Artist Historic house

Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum
Av. Colón 1189
B7600FXE Mar del Plata

Visitor information Juan Carlos Castagnino Municipal Art Museum

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 – 20:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday
14:00 – 20:00
Thursday
14:00 – 20:00
Friday
14:00 – 20:00
Saturday
15:00 – 20:00
Sunday
15:00 – 20:00

Admission

Normal rateARS 10.00
StudentsARS 8.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

Av. Colón 1189, Mar del Plata

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Exhibitions

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