About Lotería Nacional
Lotería Nacional, the second oldest institution in Mexico with a rich 255-year history, has embarked on a mission to bring its tradition and cultural significance closer to the people. This initiative is being carried out through the “Museo de la Suerte” (Museum of Luck), an itinerant space that offers a glimpse into the institution’s storied past.
The Itinerant Museum’s Journey
Since its launch on December 8, the “Museo de la Suerte” has already visited several cities in Mexico, including León and Celaya in Guanajuato, the capital of Querétaro, and Pachuca in Hidalgo. The museum’s itinerant nature has allowed it to collaborate with state and local authorities, ensuring accessibility for the public in historically significant locations.
Cities Visited
- León and Celaya, Guanajuato
- Capital of Querétaro
- Pachuca, Hidalgo
Upcoming Destinations
The Museum of Luck will continue its journey to Tulancingo and Tula in Hidalgo on December 16 and 18, respectively. It will then travel to Toluca, the capital of Mexico State, on December 20 and conclude its yearly tour in Mexico City on December 22 and 24.
- December 16: Tulancingo
- December 18: Tula, Hidalgo
- December 20: Toluca, Mexico State
- December 22 & 24: Mexico City
Visiting hours are from 10:00 to 18:00.
Interactive Exhibits and Activities
The Museo de la Suerte is housed in a specially adapted trailer, making it unique and mobile. The exhibits include:
- Video: “La historia que nos une” (The history that unites us)
- Cabina de los Niños Gritones (Booth of the Shouting Children)
- Millones de ganadores (Millions of winners)
- México siempre gana (Mexico always wins)
- Mi Lotería (My Lottery)
- La Esfera de los sueños (The Sphere of Dreams)
- Expendio de la ilusión (Sale of Illusion)
Support and Public Engagement
Lotería Nacional has expressed gratitude to governors and mayors for their support in the successful installation of the Museo de la Suerte. The public, spanning all age groups, has actively participated in the museum’s events, engaging with an institution that showcases its most cherished symbols and documents over two and a half centuries of evolution and social impact.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Museo de la Suerte? It’s an itinerant museum by Lotería Nacional, showcasing its 255-year history through interactive exhibits and activities.
- Where has the Museo de la Suerte been? It has visited León and Celaya (Guanajuato), the capital of Querétaro, Pachuca (Hidalgo), Tulancingo and Tula (Hidalgo), Toluca (Mexico State), and Mexico City.
- What are the upcoming destinations? The Museo de la Suerte will be in Tulancingo on December 16, Tula on December 18, Toluca on December 20, and Mexico City on December 22 and 24.
- What activities are part of the Museo de la Suerte? The exhibits include videos, the Booth of the Shouting Children, Millions of winners, Mexico always wins, My Lottery, The Sphere of Dreams, and Sale of Illusion.
