Museo del Estanquillo

The Museo del Estanquillo in the historic center of Mexico City houses the personal collection of the writer Carlos Monsiváis. Over more than thirty years, he gathered around twenty thousand objects that revolve around everyday Mexican life and folk art. The exhibition includes paintings, photographs, toys, albums, calendars, advertising, and books, grouped into themes such as miniature models, drawings, and prints. The name refers to the variety of the exhibits, which recall a small general store. The museum is located in the La Esmeralda building, which served as a jewelry store in the late nineteenth century and took on various roles in the twentieth century, including office space, bank, and nightclub. Since opening in 2006, the museum has been supported by city funds.