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Mennonite Museum and Cultural Center
Located at Km. 10 of the Manitoba Commercial Corridor on Álvaro Obregón Road. Established on December 15, 2000, it opened its doors to...
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CUAUHTÉMOC
Cuauhtemoc City
Mennonite Cultural Center and Museum
Origins of Cuauhtémoc city
Ciudad Cuauhtémoc originated near Cusihuiriachi, grew significantly with the arrival of the railroad and the settlement of Mennonite communities, and has since become the region's epicenter of economic development. Today, it is renowned as the melting pot of three distinct cultures: Rarámuri, mestizo, and Mennonite.
Some History
Originally known as San Antonio de los Arenales, at the beginning of the 20th century, it received the population that came from the neighboring town of Cusihuiriachi, when the production of the mines collapsed. San Antonio also received a group of Mennonites from Canada in 1923 and as it was also inhabited by Rarámuris, it became the cradle of 3 cultures. Finally, in 1927, the municipality and San Antonio were founded and became Villa Cuauhtémoc.
Places to Visit
Local culture
Food
It is the producer of the best cheeses. The Mennonites also contribute sausages, jellies, cookies and bread. The cowboys provide beef for discadas and grilled meats; dehydrated foods such as chacales and roasted red chile. The Raramuri collect corn from their maguechis for their thick tortillas and pinole.
Vestimenta
Clothing is worn according to the activity: Mennonites who work mostly in the fields wear denim overalls and work boots. Cowboys wear denim pants, boots, a hat and a cotton shirt. The Raramuri remain faithful to their traditions.
Cultural heritage
In the old San Antonio de los Arenales there are traditional fairs and also the Mennonite fair-exhibition. It is a fabulous experience to be able to live in the industrial corridor with the Mennonites, their work has diversified and they are no longer only in the primary sector.
Learn about industry and culture at the Mennonite Museum and Cultural Center located at km. 10.5 of the highway to Alvaro Obregón. Upon reservation, they can prepare a tasting for you.
Mennonite Museum and Cultural Center
Cuauhtemoc City
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