This space was designed in 1976 to offer a permanent tribute to the heroes of the Mexican War of Independence: Hidalgo, Morelos, Jiménez, Allende, Aldama, and Guerrero. At the center of the civic hall, a votive lamp continuously holds the flame of independence, which is renewed every 28th of the month.

A showcase of the diverse artistic expressions of the region’s artisans, including textiles, pottery, traditional items used in charro (Mexican rodeo) culture, stonework, traditional toys, and candle-making, among others.

This space is dedicated to preserving the remnants and testimonies of Mexico's colonial past. Here, visitors can view the earliest maps mentioning Guanajuato, as well as objects used in the Church, military, and mining during the colonial period.

This area highlights the historical period when the Ordinance of Intendancies gave a more functional structure to the colonial government. During this time, productive activities such as commerce, industry, mining, and livestock were promoted by the Bourbon reforms. This room also houses a replica of the official document declaring the town of Guanajuato a city in 1741.

This room features documents related to the construction of the Alhóndiga, including building plans and artistic sketches of the structure. It emphasizes the main purpose of this storage facility, which was to keep a large quantity of seeds and grains in good condition to supply the population’s food needs.

This room includes a replica of Hidalgo’s standard, with which he led the first libertarian army of Mexico, and a depiction of the siege of the Alhóndiga. Visitors can also view weapons, portraits, and maps that describe the Independence Route, along with original documents written by Félix María Calleja.

This room displays portraits, coins, objects, and flags from Mexico’s 19th-century history.

A room dedicated to a collection combining 19th- and 20th-century popular art with the religiosity and faith of the people of Guanajuato.

This exhibit features works by photographer Romualdo García, showcasing a selection of the most representative images, considered a catalogue of the social classes and types of Guanajuato between 1887 and 1914. The room also displays everyday objects and early 20th-century weapons.

This space is dedicated to the work of the extraordinary Guanajuato painter, born in Purísima del Rincón on April 13, 1832. Little is known about his artistic training, but his work is considered one of the major contributions to Mexican painting in the 19th century.

One of the most complete collections of its kind in the country. These curious objects, known in the West as seals, were primarily made of clay and stone. They depict plants, flowers, animals, human forms, mythical beings, and a wide variety of geometric shapes. It is hypothesized that they were ornamental and decorative elements, possibly used for ceremonial and religious purposes, or as emblems.

This collection includes archaeological pieces from various cultures, gathered over 25 years by painter José Chávez Morado and his wife, painter Olga Costa. The exhibition displays beautiful representations of various prehispanic gods, including Quetzalcóatl, Tláloc, Huehuetéotl, Cocijo, Chicomecóatl, Xochipilli, and Xipe Tótec, among others.