Composite Sketch Museum

Where the reconstructed face speaks of justice, memory, and the mysteries of the human condition

AREA

What Makes It Special?

Dozens of portraits and prints featuring faces taken from magazines and newspapers, depicting both celebrities who died violent deaths and criminals.

Did You Know…?

The most significant police sketch in the collection is the first one Jaubert created in an effort to find the murderer of a Polish woman who owned a clothing store.

Don’t Miss

The Jaubert apartment was converted into a museum and classroom in 1970. You must make an appointment to visit the museum. Tel. 55 5659 6015

Plan Your Visit

Av. Universidad 1330, despacho 1502, Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04100 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

By appointment only

Admission:

Free admission (donations accepted)

Recommended Visit Time:

30 to 45 minutes

Ideal For:

CriminologistsArtistsStudentsPeople Curious About the Unusual

How to Get There

Coyoacán (Yellow Line 3) – 6-minute walk

José María Velasco Line 1 – 22-minute walk

CE-660 Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez – Circuito Interior – 4-minute walk

Circuito Interior and Av. Universidad – 2-minute walk

A very pedestrian-friendly area; ideal for walking from downtown Coyoacán or using Ecobici

Available Services:

Permanent Exhibitions

You Can Also Find It In:

Recommended Experience

We selected this experience for its direct connection to this museum or the surrounding cultural environment.

Mexico City: Piñatas from Scratch Workshop with Snacks

Create your own mini piñata in a fun cartonería workshop in Coyoacán. Enjoy snacks as you learn about this beautiful Mexican folk art and its history.

Book securely with:

GetYourGuide

You May Also Explore

Museums

Explore all the City Museums

Areas

Explore the City Through Its Cultural Neighborhoods

Themes

Discover Museums Based on Your Interests

Types

Find Museums by Specialty

Routes

Explore Curated Cultural Routes

Explore

Freely Explore Using Your Own Filters