This gallery is a trailblazer in Latin America for the preservation, propagation, and research of the art heritage of America’s pre-Columbian communities. It boasts a large array of art from ancient societies like the Incas and Diaguitas, to name a few. Situated in the central part of Santiago, it’s merely a block away from Plaza de Armas.
This gallery is a trailblazer in Latin America for the preservation, propagation, and research of the art heritage of America’s pre-Columbian communities. It boasts a large array of art from ancient societies like the Incas and Diaguitas, to name a few. Situated in the central part of Santiago, it’s merely a block away from Plaza de Armas.
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Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino - Nestled within one of Santiago’s most notable colonial edifices, this museum occupies a structure erected in 1805, showcasing neoclassical architecture. Initially, it served as the Royal Customs House for the colonial administration.
Permanent Exhibition: Chile before Chile
Human presence in the region now known…
- Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino - Nestled within one of Santiago’s most notable colonial edifices, this museum occupies a structure erected in 1805, showcasing neoclassical architecture. Initially, it served as the Royal Customs House for the colonial administration.
Permanent Exhibition: Chile before Chile
Human presence in the region now known as Chile dates back over 14,000 years. Throughout this time, a variety of cultures have made their home in this land of contrasting landscapes. Our exhibition extends an invitation to discover the early settlers and their modern-day descendants, the indigenous peoples of Chile, who contribute to our national identity through their genetic lineage, cultural artistry, and storied past.
- Admission to museum
- Admission to museum
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Chilean nationals, foreign residents in Chile and students can buy discounted tickets directly at the Museum’s entrance by showing an ID
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Chilean nationals, foreign residents in Chile and students can buy discounted tickets directly at the Museum’s entrance by showing an ID
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.