San Miguel de Allende inaugurated a traveling Anne Frank Exhibition across local galleries, running through May 22, to inspire reflection on tolerance and human dignity.
San Miguel de Allende inaugurated a traveling exhibition dedicated to Anne Frank this week, inviting residents and visitors alike to engage with the story of the young diarist as a powerful emblem of tolerance and cultural dialogue. The exhibition opened at Casa de la Cultura on May 13 and will run through May 22 at various local galleries, including special installations at Galería Casa Diana and other historic venues across the city.
Tania Castillo de la Peña, director of Economic Development and Tourism for San Miguel de Allende, highlighted the exhibition as one of the marquee events in the city’s May cultural calendar, which is expected to draw more than 100,000 visitors this month. “We’re proud to host an exhibition that not only enriches our artistic offerings but also reinforces our commitment to dialogue, empathy, and human dignity,” Castillo de la Peña said.
Titled “Notas de Esperanza” (“Notes of Hope”), the exhibition features immersive panels, archival photographs, and selected excerpts from Anne Frank’s diary that together encourage reflection on the endurance of the human spirit amid adversity. Organizers describe the show as “an invitation to reflect on human dignity and hope through Anne Frank’s lens, aimed at young people and the general public”.
Linda Atach Zaga, Director of Temporary Exhibitions at Mexico’s Museum of Memory and Tolerance, underscored the exhibition’s dual role as both a historical tribute and a call to action. “While honoring the victims and survivors of the Holocaust, ‘Notas de Esperanza’ also reminds us that each of us has the power to stand against hatred and foster inclusion,” Atach Zaga explained.
Anne Frank’s diary—one of the most translated books in the world—remains a testament to resilience and universal human rights. Through its multimedia displays and engaging educational materials, the San Miguel de Allende exhibition aims to connect Frank’s experiences in hiding with contemporary conversations about tolerance, social justice, and cultural understanding.
The exhibition is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission at Casa de la Cultura (Mesones 71) and ticketed entries at partner galleries. Guided tours and school group visits can be arranged through the city’s cultural department.
