Zaña Afroperuvian Museum

The Zaña Afroperuvian Museum is a cultural institution in Saña District focused on African heritage in Peru. The collection includes historical carts, musical instruments, and documents distributed across five exhibition rooms.

The museum was founded in 2005 and recognized the importance of documenting African heritage in Peru. In 2017, it received UNESCO recognition as a Slavery Memory and African Cultural Heritage Site.

The museum displays photographs of African descendants and houses collections that explore the connection between African and Peruvian traditions. Visitors can see how African influences appear in the region's music and craftsmanship.

The site is located in Saña city in the Lambayeque region and welcomes visitors interested in Afro-Peruvian history. Plan enough time to carefully explore all five exhibition rooms.

The museum reconstructs historical musical instruments such as marimbas and drums through international research partnerships. This craftwork preserves sounds that might otherwise fade from memory.

Location: Saña District

Inception: March 28, 2005

Official opening: March 29, 2005

Address: Calle Independencia n 645

GPS coordinates: -6.92298,-79.58480

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:41