The Mining Palace is a historic building located in downtown Mexico City, built between 1797 and 1813. Its design was commissioned by King Charles IV of Spain, with the purpose of housing the Royal and Pontifical Academy of Mining, the first educational institution dedicated to the teaching of mining in Latin America. The architect Manuel Tolsá, of Valencian origin, was in charge of its design, combining neoclassical and baroque influences in its structure. The construction of the building was carried out with high quality materials, such as quarry stone, and is characterized by its majestic façade with Ionic columns and an imposing portico. The Mining Palace not only had an educational function, but also served as a center for research and development of mining in New Spain. Today, it is considered a historical monument and houses the Mining Museum, in addition to hosting important cultural and academic events..