The Museo de Antioquia, also known as the Museum of Antioquia, is one of the best-known museums in Colombia, and it sits in the heart of Medellín, the regional capital of Antioquia. Its address is Carrera 52A #51A-37, and the museum can be reached by telephone at +57 4 251 3636.
What you will see
The museum is especially associated with the work of Fernando Botero, whose paintings and sculptures are among the most recognisable images of Colombian art. Alongside his work, the collections bring together art from other Colombian artists, so visitors get a sense of how the country's painting and sculpture have developed over time.
The museum's holdings are broad. They include:
- Pre-Columbian art, showing the work of the peoples who lived in the region before the arrival of Europeans.
- Colonial art, reflecting the period when Spanish rule shaped the visual culture of the area.
- Contemporary art, bringing the story up to more recent work by Colombian artists.
Planning your visit
Because the collections span several eras, the museum suits a visitor who wants to move from ancient objects to modern painting in a single trip. It works well as a first stop for anyone curious about Colombia's art and identity, and it gives useful context for the city and region around it.
Medellín itself offers much to explore once you have seen the museum, and the museum's central location makes it easy to combine with a walk or a meal in the surrounding streets. For current opening hours, prices and any special exhibitions, check directly with the museum before you go, using the contact details above.
