Casa de Moneda
A 19th-century mint opposite the church that briefly struck silver coins. It is now a mining history gallery and cultural centre.
The former mint stands opposite the parish church. Built in the 1860s, it struck silver coins between 1865 and 1866, a testament to the town's silver mining wealth. The building has been restored as a cultural centre, with a permanent exhibition on mining and town history. It also hosts exhibitions of photography, handicrafts and Wixárika beadwork. The three-storey stone building is worth seeing in its own right, and its upper windows overlook the street. Admission is cheap, the exhibitions change with the season, and it is often closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
About 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; often closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Parroquia de la Purísima Concepción
- Plaza Hidalgo & Historic Center
- Palenque de Gallos
- Túnel de Ogarrio
- Capilla y Panteón de Guadalupe
- Pueblo Fantasma
- Cerro del Quemado
- Wirikuta