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Museo del Caracol and its collection
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The Museo del Caracol, also known as the Snail Museum, is a Mexican history museum situated at the base of the access ramp to the Castillo de Chapultepec in Mexico City. The museum's unique spiral-shaped building was designed by architect Pedro Ramirez Vazquez. The museum is open from Tuesday to Thursday from 9:00 to 16:45.
Exhibitions
The Museo del Caracol is divided into five distinct exhibitions. The first exhibition, “Independence and first empire”, is divided into four halls that cover the final years of the viceroyalty, Miguel Hidalgo´s insurgency, Jose Maria Morelos participation, and the end of the Independence. The second exhibition, “Republic and Northern Invasion”, recounts the events of the First Mexican Republic and the Mexican–American War. The third exhibition, “Reform and Restored Republic”, covers the Reform War and the French Intervention. The fourth exhibition, “Porfiriato”, showcases the happenings during Diaz’s presidency. The final exhibition, “Revolution”, exhibits the main historical moments of the Mexican Revolution, the promulgation of the 1917 Mexican Constitution, and Mexico today.
Museum Exhibits
Unlike many history museums, the Museo del Caracol does not house any antique pieces. Instead, it focuses on didactic exhibits that include models, portraits, maps, and documents. These exhibits are designed to provide a comprehensive and engaging overview of Mexican history.
ESGalería de Historia
ENThe Snail Shell Museum
History & Anthropology Archaeology Historic house