Mexico's Hacienda Oversees 17,000 Artworks Including Dalí and Historical Artifacts

Mexico's Secretaría de Hacienda y Crédito Público manages an extensive collection of over 17,000 art pieces and cultural heritage objects acquired via taxes, donations, and confiscations. This collection includes significant works like those of Salvador Dalí and furniture linked to historical figures such as Benito Juárez, highlighting the agency's unexpected role in cultural preservation. The agency is digitizing the collection and promoting access through educational programs and exhibitions, aiming to enhance transparency and cultural awareness.