ABOUT US

A refuge for an endemic species in danger of extinction

The axolotl or ajolote (from náhuatl language) - (Ambystoma mexianum), is an endemic amphibian of the Valley of Mexico. Basin that due to pollution, urbanization and the insertion of invasive species in its place of origin, has been declared in danger of extinction in its habitat .

The axolotl is one of the most emblematic animals in Mexico, it has impressive regenerative characteristics, it is capable of regenerating an amputated limb from 0 to 100% and making it functional in just 60 days, in addition, it is a bioindicator that tells us the health of the ecosystem where it lives, among many other characteristics.

AXOLOTITLÁN was born out of the need for people to have a face-to-face approach with this magical amphibian that is still not known by many Mexicans and by people from other parts of the world; We provide information on the causes of its extinction, current situation and the way in which they can be added to remove it from this category.

The information we share is provided in a simple and personalized way, regardless of age, language or profession, we can all have an encounter with them since we think that we are all part of the solution.

Our activities

Since our inception in 2017, we’ve gatherd understanding about needs and directions required for success of our cause. As of today, we have managed to consolidate and focus different efforts, building a tangible solution through our activities: shelter and care of specimens, environmental education, medical network, biocultural tours, pedagogical and creative collaborations in addition to the creation of the first National Museum of the Ajolote.

Shelter and care of specimens

The specimens on display can be viewed by visitors, in addition to learning more through specific and fun talks. The quarantined specimens are cared for and monitored to ensure their health and well-being.

Environmental education

We give courses, workshops and conferences in schools or events that have to do with local consumption, ecology, rescue of species, etc.

Medical network

We advise and give consultation and treatment to those who have a problem with an axolotl, although we do not recommend having them as pets, we know that there are not many centers or specialists where they can attend to attend to them.

Biocultural tours

With our allies in Xochimilco we carry out responsible tourism where we seek to inspire children, young people and tourists to enjoy and live together in this area (house of the axolotl in wildlife) in a respectful and garbage-free way.

Educational and creative collaborations

Registration and generation of digital, written, photographic information, videos, documentaries and any material that helps to disseminate about the preservation of the species from the hand of those interested in obtaining information for their artistic, research or dissemination projects.

Museum of axolotl

The first physical space in Mexico City dedicated 100% to talking about this wonderful species, in this place we can have spaces to disseminate visual arts, crafts, workshops, research center and attention to specimens, as well as events in favor of its conservation.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM

Learn more about the project of the first Museo del Ajolote

We are currently working to build the first National Museum of the Axolotl, where attendees can learn more about the anatomy, history, ecological and social importance of an emblematic species of our country. We are building this huge project with everyone’s help. This is the museum made by the people for the people. The essential characteristics of the project distinguish it for being a unique museum, dedicated to the promotion, preservation and future reinsertion into wildlife of an endemic species of the Valley of Mexico Basin.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM

Learn more about the project of the first Museo del Ajolote

We are building this huge project with everyone’s help. This is the museum made by the people for the people. The essential characteristics of the project distinguish it for being a unique museum, dedicated to the promotion, preservation and future reinsertion into wildlife of an endemic species of the Valley of Mexico Basin.

The Museum of Axolotl

AXOLOTITLÁN Museo del Ajolote will be a coherent project in all its edges, we will seek to be a sustainable space responsible for the consumption of natural resources in its entirety. We will have different areas for the enjoyment of the attendees as well as for the benefit of the species:

Ticket office and reception

By selling tickets we can stay active, growing and functioning.

Care area

Where we will continue to treat axolotls that require medical support.

Workshop area

Collaborators or visitors will be able to count on the optimal conditions and tools to develop educational activities of a different nature.

Multipurpose area

To carry out exhibitions, film screenings, performing arts and recreational events in general.

Souvenir shop

In this space we will have the largest collection of products for visitors related to axolotls, the ideal place for an axolofan.

Cafeteria and restaurant

With a menu consistent with our objective, the supplies will be brought from local producers and from Xochimilco.

Axolotl garden

A space to enjoy, read, spend time and of course learn more about axolotls.

OUR PROJECT

Stages of the project

Stage 01

1st Kickstarter Campaign

Find out what we are doing with the funds of the Stage 1

Stage 02

2nd fundraising campaign

Get to know “La Axolotería”, buy it and help us to continue creating the first Museo del Ajolote

Stage 03

Soon

Stage 04

Soon

Stage 05

Soon

Axolotitans that make it possible

Would you like to contribute?

Our fundraising campaign to carry out the second stage of the museum is active now. Click on the following link and find out how you can join to make the museum that people are making for people a reality.