anthropologist & Cultural Tour Guide

About Alberto Aveleyra

Discover the story of Alberto Aveleyra — archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and founder of Artesanos del Tiempo. His tours and research connect travelers with Mexico’s heritage while funding live preservation projects.

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Alberto’s Story

Alberto has dedicated more than 20 years to researching and sharing Mexico’s cultural heritage. Based in San Miguel de Allende, he combines scholarship with storytelling to create immersive cultural tours.

Lead researcher at Cañada de la Virgen, where his work has connected the site with the legendary Nahua origin place of Chicomoztoc.

Curator of the Izcuinapan Regional Archaeology Exhibition at San Miguel’s Casa de Allende Museum.

Author in Arqueología Mexicana and speaker at international conferences.

President of the Friends of the San Miguel Museum Association.

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To connect travelers with Mexico’s cultural heritage through research-based tours that directly support preservation and education.

Our Vision

A future where cultural tourism funds archaeology, empowers local communities, and fosters global understanding.

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Community & Preservation work

Alberto’s work extends beyond guiding. Through museum leadership, advocacy, and education, he helps preserve San Miguel’s heritage for future generations.

Key Projects:

Returned 2,000+ artifacts to San Miguel’s museum collection.

Established the Izcuinapan Hall, showcasing 1,000 years of indigenous history.

Lectured and published on sustainable tourism and heritage interpretation.

Advocated for balanced growth in San Miguel as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

“Alberto is not only deeply knowledgeable, but also warm and engaging. His tours are unforgettable journeys through history.”

— Guest review, Airbnb Experiences

Our Core Values

Authenticity

Experiences rooted in research, not scripts.

Scholarship

Tours informed by archaeology, anthropology, and history.

Sustainability

Every booking funds preservation and education.

Accessibility

Culture shared in clear, engaging ways for all audiences.

Community

Building heritage projects with and for local people.

Ready to Experience San Miguel with an Anthropologist?

Travel with purpose — book your tour with Alberto and support heritage preservation in San Miguel.

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Contact Information

Based in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

+52 1 415 100 0947

artesanosdeltiempo1@gmail.com

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