Description
The art center of the Ortiz Gurdián Foundation is composed of two restored, colonial buildings. Each building houses different expositions of paintings, sculptures, images, and contemporary arts.
The first building shows pieces of art in a time path, beginning with artistic objects from the 16th century and ending with contemporary arts. In the second building you can find more exhibits of contemporary arts.
The objects are lent from several other art galleries. There are also works from artists who participated in national art bienales, including pieces from an Austrian school, an Ecuadorian school, and a Peruvian school.
The general entrance fee is C$20. A visit with guide costs C$30 per person for groups of up to 5 people, while for larger group it costs C$20 per person.
Getting There
The center is in the old center of León, in the opposite corner to Iglesia San Francisco. From the Southwest corner of the central park, go 2 block to the West.
Online Reservations
We have 1 related tour(s) available that can be booked online.
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From US$60.00
Colonial Leon & Volcanic Hot Springs (Full Day)
By: Gray Line Tours Nicaragua
Comments
Peter Joseph Zelaya wrote on Apr 22, 2012:
To all my compatriots Nicas. I recomend a visit to our the must beatifull museum! The collections are diverse and full of surprises. Totally unexpected. A great experience for the whole family. Enjoy your visit! On my next trip I am going back!! See if I missed anything! Or just love it!
Bill and Helen Wiley wrote on Aug 8, 2010:
One of the highlights of our month in Nicaragua was our visit here in June, 2010. A presentation of art on a caliber one would expect in Europe, not in poor Nicaragua. The setting is special and worth a visit in its own right, being the former home of Nicaraguan presidents when Leon was the national capital.
Ligia wrote on Feb 16, 2010:
An amazing collection of work of art! It is indeed one of the best collections I've ever seen!
J Straw wrote on Sep 5, 2008:
A must for all visitors to Leon. The extensive collection is outstanding and varied. Take the time to browse the all the galleries. A unique international collection that should not be missed.
john hartigan wrote on Feb 26, 2008:
An excellent collection, well worth a visit.
Roksolana wrote on Sep 29, 2006:
Hello,
I am trying to find out more information about the actual Foundation.
Would you be able to direct me to a contact or site?
Thank you.
Roksolana
Julia Calouro wrote on Jun 11, 2006:
I visited the museum while in Nicaragua and was absolutely delighted with its contents. There were 4 Picasso's and I would like to know the titles of the 4 pieces. If you would be so kind to forward this information, I would be very grateful.
john wrote on May 9, 2006:
absolutely great...i enjoyed the gallery very much...there is lots to see here. It was well organized and time well spent