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Museo del Limarí, History museum in Ovalle, Chile.

The Museo del Limarí occupies the former railway station building at the intersection of Covarrubias and Antofagasta streets in Ovalle.

Founded in 1963 as Museo Sociedad Arqueológica de Ovalle, the institution began with collections donated by Dr. Guillermo Durruty containing artifacts from diaguita culture.

The museum exhibits pre-Hispanic ceramics from Diaguita, Diaguita-Inca, Ánimas, and Molle cultures through comprehensive archaeological displays and educational programs.

Visitors can explore the museum Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and weekends from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with free admission.

The collection includes six archaeological flutes attributed to the Diaguita culture, with five made of stone and one of ceramic from Ovalle region.

Location: Ovalle

Phone: +56512662282

GPS coordinates: -30.59814,-71.19622

Latest update: March 5, 2025 15:36

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