Rain causes flooding in halls of National Museum of Anthropology; INAH says no damage

Heavy rainfall in Mexico City on Saturday led to water entering exhibition halls at the National Museum of Anthropology, including the Sala Mexica where the Aztec Calendar is displayed.

A video circulating online showed water inside the museum. The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) responded via social media, confirming that water entered the Sala Mexica from the garden areas. Staff immediately removed the water, and the situation was brought under control.

INAH assured the public that no archaeological collections were affected and the building sustained no damage. The institute stated that the museum would resume normal operations on Sunday, July 5, 2026.

The incident occurred during intense rains that affected the capital. Despite the temporary flooding, the museum's cultural heritage remains secure.

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After the intense rains of today, July 4, 2026, water entered the Mexica Hall of the National Museum of Anthropology, which was controlled by Institute personnel. There were no damages to collections, so the venue operates normally.