Zaña Afroperuvian Museum, Cultural museum in Saña District, Peru.
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
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.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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