Father Sebastian Englert Anthropological Museum, Anthropological museum in Hanga Roa, Chile.
The museum houses a collection of about 15,000 archaeological objects, including stone tools, wooden figures, and traditional music archives from Easter Island. The exhibits display the range of these artifacts and how they reflect the daily life and creativity of the island's people.
The facility was established in 1973 and named after German missionary Sebastian Englert, who documented Rapa Nui for over three decades. His work laid the foundation for the collection and understanding of island culture presented in the museum today.
The museum displays the only known female moai statue and presents rongorongo glyph exhibits, showing how these symbols and figures were part of daily island life. Visitors can observe how these objects held meaning for the people who created them.
The museum is located in the Tahai sector with easy access for visitors exploring Easter Island. Plan enough time to browse the extensive collection at a comfortable pace and explore the different exhibit areas.
The William Mulloy Library within the facility holds scientific literature about Easter Island and works on programs to return artifacts to the local community. This work connects the museum's role as a research center with commitment to reclaiming cultural heritage.
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