For the past 30 years or so Artes Populares Victor has been attracting discerning collectors of Mexican handicrafts to its little hideaway in the Centro Histórico. It was formerly located on Calle Madero, upstairs, past the perfume store, behind a locked door. It always had a feel of a speakeasy.
Their new location, a few blocks south, still retains its secret clubhouse feel--you must knock at the huge wooden doors for admittance. They specialize in small items perfect for packing in your suitcase. Don't forget to ask to see the other, locked room with antiques.
Victor's new location is Isabel la Católica 97, near the corner of San Jeronimo in the Centro Histórico. I't one block from metro stop Isabel la Católica. Open from noon to 7PM, Monday through Friday.
Tel. (55) 55-12-12-63. Email: victormex@hotmail.com
For Google map link click HERE.
2 comments:
It's the locked room with the antiques that is awe inspiring. Imagine me once with a HUGE indigenous head dress trying to navigate my way back to San Miguel. I wouldn't trade the experience or the head dress for anything!
This really is a special place, well worth the visit.
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