Maritime Museum at the Presidio of Ushuaia, Maritime museum in former prison complex, Ushuaia, Argentina.
Description
The Maritime Museum is a nautical museum located in Ushuaia's former prison complex and displays ships, maritime artifacts, and objects related to seafaring history across multiple buildings. The exhibitions span several collections, including a separate prison museum and an Antarctic museum.
History
The building served as Argentina's southernmost prison from 1902 to 1947 before being converted into a museum. It gained National Historic Monument status in 1997.
Culture
The museum displays the seafaring traditions of Tierra del Fuego, including a reconstructed Yámana canoe and exhibits about how indigenous people practiced navigation and fishing. Visitors can see how the earliest inhabitants adapted their lives to the harsh marine environment.
Practical
Visitors can purchase two-day passes that provide access to all exhibitions across the different buildings. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as exploring multiple structures involves moving between separate areas.
Did you know?
The collection includes marine art dating from 1889 with works by Argentine artists such as Quinquela Martín and Fortunato Lacamera. These artworks offer an artistic perspective on the region's maritime heritage and traditions.
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