Also known as the Casa de la Inquisición, the building where the Museo de la Ciudad (Museum of the City) is currently located received that nickname because it was mentioned by Don Genaro Acosta as the place where the offices of the Holy Inquisition operated.
However, according to some versions it actually served as a private residence until the end of the 20th century. Its first owner was the theologian Leandro Barreto de Tábora.
The beautiful 18th century mansion houses, in its three rooms, an interesting collection of archaeological pieces, murals, photos, coins, surgical material, weapons, Porfirian carts and art works.
Also known as the Casa de la Inquisición, the building where the Museo de la Ciudad (Museum of the City) is currently located received that nickname because it was mentioned by Don Genaro Acosta as the place where the offices of the Holy Inquisition operated.
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However, according to some versions it actually served as a private residence until the end of the 20th century. Its first owner was the theologian Leandro Barreto de Tábora.
