 The municipal government assumed its ownership in 1966, and inaugurated the museum officially on 8 July 1968.The museum is located in the historical core of Rosario, in front of Plaza 25 de Mayo, at the starting point of the old village, near the town hall (Palacio de los Leones) and the Cathedral.Administratively, it depends on the Culture and Education Secretariat of the Municipality of Rosario.