Mexican Cultural Institute, Washington: Photos, Reviews & Location

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#19 of 87 Historical landmarks in Washington #37 of 260 Tourist attractions in Washington

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.80

2.9 km from the center of Washington

Rating breakdown

5 ★81%
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2829 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States

instituteofmexicodc.org

+1 202-728-1628

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Mexican Cultural Institute?: Mexican Cultural Institute is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 324 reviews.
How does Mexican Cultural Institute rank in Washington?: Mexican Cultural Institute is #19 of 87 Historical landmarks in Washington by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Mexican Cultural Institute located?: 2829 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States — 2.9 km from the center of Washington.
How can I contact Mexican Cultural Institute?: Phone: +1 202-728-1628 · Website: instituteofmexicodc.org

Reviews (8)

Stephanie Guerra 2023 Sep 27

Beautiful institute with lovely Mexican art and visiting exhibits. It’s four floors, didn’t notice an elevator but it’s possible they have one.

Aracely Harris 2023 Aug 11

The events and art at this place are worth to visit. If you like art and culture, you would love this place

Alayna Washabaugh 2023 Jun 17

We were told about this place from some local people from DC. And this is hidden place of beauty. All people are welcome and it's self guided. Gorgeous murals everywhere

Katie Rodriguez 2023 May 09

We took a Spanish 2 class to visit the MCI and had the best time! Our guide gave us a step by step tour of the historical building and added plenty of age-appropriate trivia and information. The murals are incredible and the art exhibit upstairs was just amazing. My students loved the greenhouse room and music room the most.

Don Malnati 2022 Nov 12

This is a beautiful building, they have a great mural flowing all the way up the stairs. There are art exhibits, and a film about a part of Mexico. The event we attended was really fun, it celebrated the Day of the Dead

R C 2022 Jul 20

Great place to visit! If you like architecture and old/historical designs, this is the place to go! It has wonderful murals and a nice library with old books! The Mansion is Impressive! Loved the history there.

💯 recommended!

On the side note: if you stop by the little gift shop they have there, you might also get to meet one of the most rare and unique dog breeds in the world - a 𝙓𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙞𝙩𝙯𝙘𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙚. Also known as Xolo (“sho-lo”) for short. (There is an estimated population of fewer than 1,000 Xoloizcuintles the United States).

Overall, The Mexican Cultural Institute is a great Historic Site in the DC area!

Andrea M 2021 Nov 02

They often have events and most of them are free. This place is definitely a DC gem. At the event I went to for Dia De Los Muertos I got to see a lot of great art from Mexican artists. There is also a really amazing mural at the institute.

James Walsh 2019 May 30

Beautiful building.
It doesn't look like it's open from the outside. Not much fanfare and a small sign.
Inside is amazing murals and an exhibit on the bottom floor and on the top floor. There was a library too with amazing tapestries on the wall.