Casa de Colón, Historical museum in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
The Casa de Colón exhibits maritime navigation instruments, maps, and artifacts across thirteen permanent exhibition halls and two central courtyards within its historic structure.
The sixteenth-century building, renovated in 1950, maintains original architectural elements including Renaissance archways and Gothic well elements from the former Santo Domingo convent.
The museum organizes exhibitions, workshops, and conferences focused on the historical connections between the Canary Islands and the Americas through navigation and trade.
The museum welcomes visitors Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00 and Sundays from 10:00 to 15:00, with wheelchair accessibility throughout the premises.
The specialized library contains 25,000 volumes dedicated to American history and its relationship with the Canary Islands, serving as a research center for scholars.
Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 1 1 Calle Colón 35002 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 35002 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-18:00; Sunday,Holidays 10:00-15:00; January 01,December 24,December 25,December 31 off
Phone: +34928219229
Email: oiac@grancanaria.com
Website: http://casadecolon.com
GPS coordinates: 28.10138,-15.41429
Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:48
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