National Museum of Visual Arts (Uruguay) facts for kids
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| Established | December 10, 1911 |
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| Location | Julio Herrera y Reissig esq. Tomás Giribaldi, s/n, CP: 11300 Parque Rodó, Montevideo (  Uruguay) |
The National Museum of Visual Arts (also known as Spanish: Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales or MNAV) is an important art museum in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is located in an area called Parque Rodó. The museum first opened its doors on December 10, 1911.
This museum holds the largest collection of artworks made by Uruguayan artists. You can see pieces by famous artists like Rafael Barradas, Joaquín Torres García, Pedro Figari, and Juan Manuel Blanes. The museum also displays art by Pablo Serrano, who lived in Montevideo for many years. Besides its permanent collection, the MNAV often hosts special art shows. These temporary exhibitions sometimes feature artists from other countries.
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Exploring the Museum Spaces
The National Museum of Visual Arts has several areas for visitors to enjoy.
Art Exhibition Rooms
The museum has large rooms where art is displayed. Some of these rooms are on the ground floor, and others are upstairs. These spaces are designed to show off the amazing paintings and sculptures.
Conference Room
There is a special Conference Room on the ground floor. This room can seat up to 174 people. It is mainly used for talks, presentations, and video conferences about art and culture.
Library
Upstairs, you will find the museum's Library. It is a great place to learn more about art. The library has over 8,000 books and resources. It is open from Monday to Friday, usually from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Garden
Outside the museum, there is a beautiful Garden. This garden was designed by a landscape architect from Uruguay named Leandro Silva Delgado. It offers a peaceful outdoor space for visitors.
Museum Directors Over Time
Many people have led the National Museum of Visual Arts since it opened. Here is a list of some of the directors:
| Name Director | Time |
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| Domingo Laporte | (1911–1928) |
| Ernesto Laroche | (1928–1940) |
| José Luis Zorrilla de San Martín | (1940–1961) |
| Muñoz del Campo | (1961–1969) |
| Ángel Kalenberg | (1969–2007) |
| Jacqueline Lacasa | (2007–2009) |
| Mario Sagradini | (2009-2010) |
| Enrique Aguerre | (2010–now) |
See also
In Spanish: Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales para niños
- List of museums in Uruguay
