Museo de Arte Popular de Chihuahua

The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico


Offers excellent exhibits with text in English on local history and Rarámuri culture and crafts. Here you’ll see gorgeous woven baskets, traditional clothing, photos and more. The gift shop also sells high-quality Rarámuri folk art.


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