Experts' Choice Award National Archaeological Museum Aruba
What the experts agree on
A restored colonial mansion in Oranjestad houses this modern, air-conditioned museum blending high-tech interactive exhibits with thousands of Amerindian artifacts tracing Aruba's ancient roots.
“The Archaeological Museum of Aruba does a great job of curating artifacts, creating exhibits that trace the region's evolution, and teaching all visitors about the rich past of the Amerindian culture.”
– Afar Magazine
Frommer's "The museum is a perfect blend of old and new, featuring high-tech interactive exhibits to describe and display pottery, vessels, and shell and stone tools." Full review
Frommer's "Part historic home, part mansion, this modernized museum is a hidden gem in downtown Oranjestad, worth visiting even if you're just looking for a place to cool off. " Full review
Fodor's "This modern, air-conditioned museum showcases the island's beginnings right back to the indigenous Arawak people, including a vast collection of farm and domestic utensils." Full review
Lonely Planet "The capital's newest museum is housed in the beautifully restored colonial-era Ecury Complex, home to a successful merchant family throughout the 20th century." Full review
Fodor's "An ultra-modern museum with interactive exhibits showcasing over 5,000 years of Amerindian culture and Aruba’s ties to it. More than 10,000 artifacts are on display" Full review
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