The Puebla government has replaced Aurelio Leonor Solís as Director General of Museos Puebla, appointing María Fernanda Cruz Domínguez to lead the institution. This change comes after weeks of public criticism directed at Solís’s administration.

The departure follows several complaints about the condition of the state’s museum network and intensified scrutiny after videos surfaced showing Solís dancing at a private gathering inside the Museo Internacional del Barroco. These images sparked widespread reactions on social media, highlighting a stark contrast between the celebratory atmosphere and ongoing reports of poor maintenance, deteriorating museum spaces, and operational challenges across various state-run cultural venues.

Cultural workers and visitors alike voiced their dissatisfaction, pointing to the disconnect between the leadership’s conduct and the pressing needs of Puebla’s museums. During Solís’s tenure, concerns about the preservation of key sites and controversial administrative decisions fueled growing unrest within the cultural community.

While the state government has not officially disclosed the reasons behind the leadership change, the timing suggests a response to mounting public pressure demanding better stewardship of Puebla’s cultural heritage.

Now, María Fernanda Cruz Domínguez steps into the role with the task of ensuring the continued operation and care of the state’s museums. Her appointment signals an opportunity to address past shortcomings and reinforce the importance of accessible, well-maintained cultural spaces—an essential part of Puebla’s identity and a vital resource for both locals and visitors.