Popayán Archdiocesan Museum of Religious Art

The museum displays over 500 religious artworks spanning from the 16th to 20th century, including paintings, jewelry, furniture, and silverware in a colonial building.

Founded in 1972 by Archbishop Miguel Angel Arce, the museum sustained damage during the 1983 earthquake, leading to temporary collection preservation at the Bank of the Republic.

The collection features sculptures from Quito artists, liturgical pieces, and notable works such as the Last Supper canvas by Ecuadorian artist Bernando Rodriguez.

Located two blocks from Popayán's central square, the museum opens Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with Saturday hours until 2:00 PM.

The museum vault contains special Objects of the Boveda collection, including gold-plated crowns, urns, goblets, and platters accessible during Holy Week celebrations.

GPS coordinates: 2.44182,-76.60439

Latest update: March 10, 2025 00:09