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Teresa Anchorena, Steward of Argentina's Cultural Heritage, Dies at 78

Public tributes will honor her preservation work across Argentina's leading cultural institutions.

Overview

  • The Fondo Nacional de las Artes confirmed her death and noted she was its Director of Patrimony and Artesanías.
  • She died following a relapse of ovarian cancer, according to reports from local media.
  • A wake will be held Friday from 10:30 to 14:30 at the Buenos Aires Legislature, with a homage at ArteBA at 18:00 in Centro Costa Salguero.
  • Her four-decade career included leading the National Commission of Monuments from 2016 to 2022 and earlier posts as Buenos Aires culture secretary, Recoleta Cultural Center director, legislator, and adviser to Raúl Alfonsín.
  • Officials including FNA president Tulio Andreussi Guzmán and Culture Secretary Leonardo Cifelli issued condolences, highlighting her cross-sector impact and her recent recognition as a Personalidad Destacada de la Cultura.