Social Studies Field Trips

Mexican Cultural Institute

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: Mexican Cultural Institute
STREET: 2829 16th St., NW
CITY: Washington	STATE: DC	ZIP: 20009	COUNTY: D.C.
PHONE:		FEES:
HOURS AND DAYS:

GRADES: 3	UNITS: Mexico
CONTACT: Cyretta Chaput	PHONE: 202-728-1628
TYPE: Art Gallery	FEES: $1.00 per student
DAYS: T W Th F	HOURS: 11 am - 6 pm
LUNCH: No
GROUP SIZE: 35
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: No
LENGTH OF TOUR: 30 - 45 min.

DESCRIPTION: Tour includes two galleries of photographs and paintings by Mexican artists that reflect Mexican culture, past and present. A mural depicting history and geography of Mexico wraps around the stairwell. Exhibits change every 2-3 months. The Crafts Bazaar is an annual event in Sept./Oct. All items which are made by Mexican artisans are for sale. Located in former Embassy of Mexico building which has moved to a new location and does not offer tours.

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