Casa del Vínculo y del Retorno

Casa del Vínculo y del Retorno is a house museum in the Catedral district of Caracas, located within a building dating to the mid-18th century. The structure displays typical Venezuelan colonial architecture with preserved decorative details from that era.

Francisco de Miranda founded the Sociedad Patriótica in this residence, an association devoted to independence efforts. The building later served as a key location during Venezuela's separation from Gran Colombia.

The house's name reflects ideas about emigration and return that shaped early Venezuelan life and identity. Visitors can see how these concepts appear throughout the displayed documents and personal items from that period.

The museum is accessible without advance reservations, and guided tours are offered regularly throughout the day. Mornings tend to be less crowded, making them a good time for a visit.

Archaeological work during restoration uncovered clay tiles, oil lamps, coins from 1862, and porcelain fragments beneath the building's foundation. These discoveries provide insight into daily life and trade networks several generations before the house became a museum.

Location: Catedral

GPS coordinates: 10.50539,-66.91414

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41