Sol Henaro defends the museum as a space for deceleration and critical thought
In an interview with Artishock Revista for International Museum Day, Sol Henaro, director of the Museo Universitario del Chopo in Mexico City, stressed that museums should resist the influence of neoliberal policies that emphasize profit and instant gratification. She championed a deliberate, inclusive approach that values diversity and independent thinking. Henaro highlighted the significance of collaboration and innovative financial practices to deepen engagement and promote critical viewpoints. The museum is currently showcasing exhibitions such as "Elyla: Corpodivinidades," "Rosa Elena Curruchich y Angélica Serech: Un solo latido," and "Era un árbol y se convirtió en un bosque," all set to open in 2025.
Key facts
- Sol Henaro is director of the Museo Universitario del Chopo.
- The interview was published on May 18, 2026, for International Museum Day.
- Henaro argues museums should resist neoliberal productivity and spectacularization.
- She advocates for slowing down as a political act.
- The museum hosted exhibitions: 'Elyla: Corpodivinidades' (2025), 'Rosa Elena Curruchich y Angélica Serech: Un solo latido – Xa jun ruk'oxomal qanima' (2025), and 'Era un árbol y se convirtió en un bosque: 50 años del Museo Universitario del Chopo' (2025).
- Henaro emphasizes horizontal practices, careful programming, and creative budget management.
- She calls for collective and decentralized support for culture.
- The interview is part of a series featuring directors from Latin American institutions.
Entities
Artists
- Sol Henaro
- Elyla
- Rosa Elena Curruchich
- Angélica Serech
- Noé Martínez
Institutions
- Museo Universitario del Chopo
- Artishock Revista
- Institut Valencià d’Art Modern (IVAM)
Locations
- Mexico City
- Mexico
- Valencia
- Spain