At Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende, contemporary art and Chilean political history meet in a collection built through international support for Salvador Allende’s government in the 1970s. The museum at República 475 in Santiago holds works donated by artists including Picasso, Miró, Tàpies and Matta. Take time to read about the circumstances behind the donations and the political movements connected to the collection. The exhibits also invite reflection on solidarity and social justice.
Art donated in support of Allende’s government
The collection began as a populist art initiative during Salvador Allende’s presidency. Artists from outside Chile donated works in support of his government, creating an international collection tied to the political events of the 1970s.
Among the artists represented are Picasso, Miró, Tàpies and Matta. The works connect modern and contemporary art with a specific moment in Chilean history.
Reading the collection in context
The museum brings together artworks and historical material related to the solidarity movement and political groups in Chile. Give the explanatory material time: it helps place each work within the history of the donations and the period that shaped the collection.
The museum is managed by the Arte y Solidaridad Foundation, whose representatives include members of Chile’s education and culture ministries and the Salvador Allende Foundation.
Perguntas frequentes
Is admission free?
Admission is free on Sundays.
Which artists’ works can I see?
The collection includes works by Picasso, Miró, Tàpies and Matta.
Are guided tours available?
Guided tours or talks are offered at the museum. Ask about them when planning your visit.
