The Larreta residence was built in 1886 as a summer cottage in the Italian Renaissance style. It was surrounded by a garden with fruit and ornamental trees, beds with aromatic plants, and an orchard.
His subsequent owner, writer Enrique Larreta, after serving in the foreign service in France, brought an important art collection of Spanish works of art to decorate his new home. He also transformed the estate into the Spanish Renaissance style, with a significant collection of paintings, altarpieces, wood carvings, and furniture from the XIV to the XX century. In April 1962, at the death of the writer, his sons sold the house to the city of Buenos Aires and donated his collection of works of art and furniture
The collection that gave birth to the museum consisted primarily of wooden sculptures and paintings from the Renaissance ans Baroque periods, as well as a noteworthy set of furniture, arms, and decorative arts that embellished the different rooms in the house. The writer's collection was increased by acquisitions, donations and transfers of more than 30 works from the Museum ofHispanic-American Art Isaac Frenandez Blanco, that blended perfectly with the original collection.

There are several sculptures spread around the garden, one of which is a terracotta reproduction of Donatello's David.

On Rainy days the Museum and Garden may be Closed.
January 1st, May 1st, Good Friday, December 24th-25th-31st: Closed
Entrance: 

To celebrate the Bicentennial of the First National Governing Board, the Navies of Chile and Argentina have joined in the organization of “Sails of South America 2010”.

The Bicentennial Regatta unites several of the most magnificent sailing ships, among them frigates, schooners and brigs, both civil and military, from various countries of America and Europe. This unique challenge gathers thousands of navigators in the most important ports of the region, sailing emblematic places for the mariners of all times, like the circumnavigation of the mythical “Cape Horn”.

The vessels, that departed from Rio de Janeiro on February 7th, will be arriving in Buenos Aires on March 4th, 2010, and will stay in Puerto Madero until March 9th, when they will be setting sail for their next destination, Isla de los Estados.

The ships will be open for visits to the public, from Friday 5th to Monday 8th, 11 am to 8 pm.

On March 6th, 10 am, the crews and communities that participate in the Regatta, along with musical bands and school children, will take part on a parade, that will start at 10 am at Av 9 de Julio and Santa Fe towards Plaza San Martin. Together with this parade, the Government of the City of Buenos Aires will present in Puerto Madero the program called "Puerto Luz", giving start to the Bicentenary celebrations.

Activities

Wednesday 3, Thursday 4

The sailing ships arrive in Dique 4, from 7.30 am to 5 pm.

Friday 5

Vessels open to the public 2 pm to 8 pm

Saturday 6

Parade of crews and countries that participate in the Regatta, 9.30 am - 11.30 am.

Vessels open to the public 2 pm to 8 pm

Sound and light show at Dique 3, 8 pm

Sunday 7

Vessels open to the public 2 pm to 8 pm

Sound and light show at Dique 3, 8 pm

Monday 8

Vessels open to the public 2 pm to 8 pm

Handling of Bicentenary Medals and tribute to pioneer women of our history, Puente de la Mujer. Musical show "Mujeres Argentinas", 8 pm

Tuesday 9

Vessels set sail toward Isla de los Estados and Ushuaia

Argentina Polo Tour, the fall tournament created four years ago by Adolfo Cambiaso and Gonzalo Pieres, presents its first stage of 2010, at El Remanso Polo Club in Lobos, Province of Buenos Aires, starting February 20th, 2010, with the participation of  six teams up to 16 goals handicap. 

Teams: 

Zone A

Claremont: Matt Cudmore, 2. Ollie Cudmore, 3. Nacho Garrahan, 3. Jaime Huidobro, 8.

El Quemao: Bernado Barreto, 0. Charlie Hanbury, 4. Manuel Fernandez Llorente, 6. Nito Uranga, 6.

Bien Mirada: Fabian Bolanterio, 1. Agustin Martinez, 3. Alejandro Ticcini, 4. Federico Bachman, 5.

Zone B

TMT: Dario Ahuad, 0. Diego F. Ocampo, 4. Facundo Castagnola, 7. Jorge Cernadas, 5.

La Alegria: Enrique Piccardo, 2. Thomas Winter, 5. Adrian Laplacette (h), 5. Adrian Laplacette, 4.

El Remanso: Dom Heywood, 0. George Hanbury, 3. TBA, Pelon Stirling, 9.

Schedule:

Date 1
Thursday 25

4.00 PM: TMT  vs La Alegria (1)

6.00 PM: Claremont vs El Quemao (2)

Date 2
Friday 26

Looser 1 vs El Remanso

Looser 2 vs Bien Mirada

Date 3
Saturday 27

Winner 1 vs El Remanso

Winner 2 vs Bien Mirada

Final
Sunday 28

Looser 3 vs Looser 4

Winner 3 vs Winner 4

The schedule of matches is subject to modifications depending on weather conditions. Check for updates in case of changes. 

Don´t miss the opportunity of attending this world class event. You can experience Polo the Argentine way. Contact me so I can arrange transportation for you.

Argentina Polo Tour, the summer/fall tournament created in 2006 by Adolfo Cambiaso and Gonzalo Pieres, has announced its schedule for the 2010 Season.
This year the Polo Tour will consist of four stages with two 22-goal tournaments, and three 16-goal tournaments, with the participation of some of the best Argentinian and international players.
The tournaments will take place in different clubs around Buenos Aires. Some of the matches in the second stage will be played at Campo Argentino de Polo, in Palermo, between March 2 and 13.
The complete fixtures, dates and teams of every stage will be announced soon.

Schedule

First Stage
February 20 - 27
El Remanso Polo Club, Lobos (HCP 16)

Second Stage
March 3 - 13
AA Polo Pilar and Palermo (HCP 16)

Third Stage
March 18 - April 3
80 Years of Tortugas Country Club - (HCP 22)

March 18 -April 3
Centauros Polo Club (HCP 16) 

Fourth Stage
April 6 - 17
Ellerstina Polo Club (HCP 22)

More information: Argentina Polo Tour official website.

THURSDAY 4

A-HA FAREWELL TOUR

The Norwegian group returns to Argentina to present their latest album "Foor of the Mountain". This will be the band's last world tour, before retiring with a last show in Oslo on December 4, 2010.

LUNA PARK STADIUM. Corrientes & Bouchard

Tickets: at the stadium or through www.ticketportal.com.ar

FRIDAY 5, SUNDAY 6

CAETANO VELOSO

The renowned Brazilian artist presents two shows in Buenos Aires.

TEATRO GRAN REX. Corrientes 857

Tickets: at the theater or through www.ticketek.com.ar

FRIDAY 12

FRANZ FERDINAND

The band lead by Alex Kapranos returns to Argentina with their Latin American tour, presenting their third album, "Tonight".

LUNA PARK STADIUM. Corrientes & Bouchard

Tickets: at the stadium or through www.ticketportal.com.ar

WEDNESDAY 17, FRIDAY 19

CHARLY GARCIA

The great Argentine musician presents two shows in Buenos Aires.

LUNA PARK STADIUM. Corrientes & Bouchard

Tickets: at the stadium or through www.ticketportal.com.ar

SATURDAY 20

ALEJANDRO SANZ

The Spanish singer presents "Tour Paraiso" and his new album "Paraiso Express", featuring his hit single "Looking for paradise".

VELEZ SARSFIELD STADIUM. Av. Juan B. Justo 9200

Tickets: www.topshow.com.ar

TUESDAY 23

NELLY FURTADO

The Canadian singer ofers a show in Buenos Aires presenting her first album in Spanish "Mi Plan".

LUNA PARK STADIUM. Corrientes & Bouchard

Tickets: at the stadium or through www.ticketportal.com.ar

WEDNESDAY 24, THURSDAY 25

BB KING

Once again in Argentina, the great blues man presents his "One More Time Tour".

LUNA PARK STADIUM. Corrientes & Bouchard

Tickets: at the stadium or through www.ticketportal.com.ar

Need help getting tickets? Contact me!

The fixture of football (soccer) matches in Buenos Aires for the first half of the year 2010 has been announced. It comprises the matches in the National Tournament "Torneo Clausura 2010" and the international tournament "Copa Libertadores" . The "Superclasico" Boca vs River, defined as one of the most fascinating sports experiences worldwide, will take place on March 21st at Boca Jrs Stadium.
Don't miss the opportunity of attending one of these games the easiest and safest way, with a service that includes tickets, transfers, and bilingual host, provided by the leading company in football tours. Contact me and make your reservation.

JANUARY

Sun 31: River vs Banfield
Sun 31: Argentinos Jrs vs Boca
Sun 31: Racing vs Rosario Central

FEBRUARY

Wed 3: Boca vs Lanus
Wed 3: San Lorenzo vs Godoy Cruz
Sun 7: River vs Rosario Central
Sun 7: Racing vs Arsenal
Wed 10: Velez vs Cruzeiro (Brazil), Libertadores Cup
Sat 14: Huracan vs Godoy Cruz
Sun 14: Independiente vs Estudiantes
Sun 14: San Lorenzo vs Velez
Sun 14: Boca vs At. Tucuman
Mon 15: Argentinos Jrs vs River
Fri 19: Velez vs Independiente
Sat 20: Racing vs San Lorenzo
Sun 21: River vs Arsenal
Fri 26: Boca vs Estudiantes
Sat 27: Huracan vs Velez
Sat 27: Independiente vs Racing
Sun 28: San Lorenzo vs Tigre
Sun 28: Argentinos Jrs vs Godoy Cruz
Sun 28: Boca vs Estudiantes

MARCH

Tue 2: Velez vs Boca
Thu 4: River vs San Lorenzo
Sat 6: Boca vs Racing
Sun 7: Indpendiente vs River
Sun 7: Argentinos Jrs vs Velez
Mon 8: San Lorenzo vs Chacarita
Fri 12: Velez vs Lanus
Sat 13: Chacarita vs Independiente
Sun 14: River vs Huracan
Tue 16: Banfield vs Nacional (Uruguay) - Libertadores Cup
Fri 19: Huracan vs Chacarita
Sat 20: San Lorenzo vs Colon
Sat 20: Argentinos Jrs vs Tigre
Sun 21: Boca vs River
Wed 24: Lanus vs Blooming (Bolivia) - Libertadores Cup
Thu 25: Velez vs Colo Colo (Chile) - Libertadores Cup
Sat 27: Racing vs Newelll's
Sun 28: Chacarita vs Boca
Mon 29: River vs Argentinos Jrs

APRIL

Fri 2: Huracan vs Colon
Sat 3: Argentinos Jrs vs Chacarita
Sat 3: Independiente vs Arsenal
Sat 3: San Lorenzo vs Gimnasia La Plata
Sun 4: Boca vs Rosario Central
Wed 7: River vs Newells
Thu 8: Velez vs Estudiantes
Sat 10: Independiente vs San Lorenzo
Sun 11: Velez vs Banfield
Mon 12: Boca vs Arsenal
Mon 12: Argentinos Jrs vs Colon
Thu 15: Velez vs Dep. Italia (Venezuela) - Libertadores Cup
Sat 17: River vs Godoy Cruz
Sun 18: San Lorenzo vs Huracan
Wed 21: Banfield vs Deportivo Cuenca (Ecuador) - Libertadores Cup
Fri 23: Velez vs Tigre
Sat 24: Huracan vs Independiente
Sun 25: Argentinos Jrs vs Gimnasia La Plata
Sun 25: Boca vs San Lorenzo
Wed 28: Banfield vs Internacional (Brazil) - Libertadores Cup
Fri 30: River vs Velez

MAY

Sun 2: San Lorenzo vs Argentinos Jrs
Sun 2: Independiente vs Boca
Tue 4: Velez vs Chivas Guadalajara (Mexico) - Libertadores Cup
Sat 8: Racing vs River
Sun 9: Boca vs Huracan
Fri 14: Banfield vs Boca
Sat 15: River vs Tigre
Sun 16: Huracan vs Argentinos Jrs
Mon 24: ARGENTINA vs CANADA

See the schedule for the Second half of the year "Torneo Apertura 2010"

Every weekend from Saturday, February 8 and until Sunday, February 28th, 2010, the “Carnaval Porteño 2010” (Buenos Aires Carnival) will take place at different neighborhoods, with the participation of 17 thousand artists, 100 "murgas" (carnival bands), and over one thousand drums and percussion instruments.

The parades will be held from 7 PM to 2 AM on Saturdays, and from 7 PM to 12 AM on Sundays.

Murgas and carnival are the artistic expressions of the marginal neighborhoods, their songs and urban folk customs. The lyrics of these songs are called "criticas", and combine the social denunciation with humor and dancing. What identifies the "murga porteña" from others are their costumes (frock coat, gloves, top hat, and stick), the drums with cymbals, and the various traditional rhythms used to differentiate every neighborhood.

Where to watch the parades:

• Abasto: Av. Córdoba between Agüero and Sanchez de Bustamante: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14
• Almagro: Av. Corrientes between Medrano and Palestina: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28.
• Balvanera: Av. Independencia between Alberti and Rincón: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21
• Boedo 1: Av. Boedo between San Juan and Independencia: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Boedo 2: Av. Belgrano between Columbres and Maza: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14
• Caballito 1: Av. Avellaneda between N. Oroño and F. Sarmiento: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Coghlan: Av Congreso between Holmberg and Machain: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Colegiales: Av. Federico Lacroze between R. Freire and Martínez: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Parque Centenario: Lambaré between Corrientes and Bogado: Feb 20, 21, 27, 28.
• Saavedra 1: Av. Balbín between Plaza and Jaramillo: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Saavedra 3: Av. Balbín between Pico and Arias: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• San Telmo: Av. San Juan between Balcarce and Peru: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 27, 28.
• Villa Crespo: Av. Scalabrini Ortiz between Av. Corrientes and Padilla: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• Villa Urquiza: Av. Triunvirato between Roosevelt and Rivera: Feb 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28