MUAC Removes Ana Gallardo Works After Casa Xochiquetzal Protest Over Offensive Content

The exhibition 'Tembló acá un delirio' by Ana Gallardo debuted at MUAC Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo in Mexico City on 10 August 2024. Controversy arose when Casa Xochiquetzal, a shelter for elderly sex workers, released an open letter on 9 October criticizing two artworks: 'Extracto para un fracasado proyecto' (2011-2024) and 'Sin título' (2011). Although MUAC defended these pieces on 11 October, they subsequently restricted access following protests. After engaging in talks with Casa Xochiquetzal, MUAC removed the contested works on 15 October and issued an apology. The exhibition was reopened the following day, with the gallery enclosed, igniting discussions on social media and within the art community regarding ethical issues and identity politics.