MEXICO // If you want to delve into the film-worthy life of surrealist Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, it's near-obligatory to visit the Casa Azul in Coyocán, a village-like suburb of Mexico City. This is where Frida was born in 1907, died in 1954 and lived a good part of her tumultuous life with the celebrated muralist Diego Rivera. Painted a vivid shade of blue, the house is scattered with fascinating artefacts, including jewellery, Mexican crafts, portraits reflecting Frida's penchant for leftist politics and a good cross-section of her own sometimes disturbing work. The place has become something of a pilgrimage site for Kahlo-philes since the artist's dramatic rebirth as a feminist icon in the 1990s.
Is it worth going to Frida Kahlo Museum?
The fact that the Frida Kahlo museum is the house where the artist was born, grew up, created and died adds to the interest of visitors. The collection includes more than just Kahlo and Rivera paintings: many beautiful and personal objects are on display, from books to jewelry, clothing, photographs, and more. May 16, 2023
Why is the Frida Kahlo Museum famous?
The Frida Kahlo Museum is a must-stop for any culture lover visiting Mexico City. The former home of the famous Mexican artist and her husband Diego Rivera, the Blue House (as it is known) houses original works, exhibitions, collections and personal artifacts.
How much does it cost to get into Frida Kahlo Museum?
The standard Frida Kahlo museum ticket price is MX$250 (day visit), rising to MX$270 for Saturday and Sunday. Note that this price is for foreign adults (approximately US$13-15), as it is cheaper for Mexicans.
How long is Frida Kahlo Museum?
1.5 to 2 hours
How long does it take to visit the museum? Visitors typically spend 1.5 to 2 hours experiencing the Blue House. There's a lot to see—from the incredible artwork to the personal items scattered throughout the home that Frida Kahlo and her husband Diego Rivera once shared.
Is Frida OK for kids?
Parents should know that this film is a graphic and frank depiction of the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (Salma Hayek) and especially her difficult relationship with her colleague and husband Diego Rivera (Alfred Molina). A lot of sex is shown between husband and wife and with their various lovers.
What happened to Frida Kahlo?
On September 17, 1925, Frida was riding a bus with her boyfriend, Gómez Arias, when she crashed into a trolley. As a result, Frida suffered a fractured spine, collarbone, ribs, pelvis, 11 fractures in her leg, and an iron hand rail pierced her abdomen and uterus.
Where are most of Frida Kahlo's paintings?
The world's largest collection of Kahlo's works—more than two dozen in all—can be found at the Dolores Olmedo Museum, located in the city's Xochimilco neighborhood. Some of the museum's most important holdings include The Broken Column (1944), Henry Ford's Hospital (1932) and Self Portrait with Little Monkey (1945).
