Trayectorias femeninas en la difusión de la cultura en Nuevo León: el caso del Museo de Historia Mexicana

Abstract

This study examines women’s trajectories in cultural management in Nuevo León, with an emphasis on the Museo de Historia Mexicana (MHM). Throughout its history, the MHM

has relied on women in key roles, from administration to leadership, who have driven

projects that strengthen the cultural offerings and promote more inclusive narratives.

Notable figures include Márgara Garza Sada, who facilitated significant exhibitions, and

directors such as Alejandra Fernández Garza, Carmen Junco, and Magdalena Sofía

Cárdenas, who expanded the museum’s scope and spearheaded the creation of additional

cultural spaces.

The work also highlights the incorporation of female perspectives in the museum’s

discourse, as evidenced in exhibitions dedicated to women’s history and the adoption of

more inclusive language in the interpretation of collections. In addition, it underscores the

impact of Alejandra Rangel Hinojosa on regional culture, particularly through the founding

of the Cineteca Nuevo León.

However, the analysis reveals that despite these advances, structural barriers to the full

inclusion of women in decision-making positions persist, shaped by networks of social

capital and institutional dynamics. The study stresses the need to open opportunities for

women without family or social backing, fostering a more diverse and equitable model of

cultural management.

This essay was made possible through the collection and analysis of articles available

online, archives from the Museo de Historia Mexicana, historical sources, as well as

interviews with specialists and key figures in the cultural sphere of Nuevo León.