Museo Nacional de Historia Natural de Uruguay, Natural history museum in Ciudad Vieja district, Montevideo, Uruguay.
The National Museum of Natural History of Uruguay houses collections of biological specimens, fossils, minerals, and ethnographic artifacts from the region.
Following its inception in 1837, the museum officially opened on July 18, 1838, establishing itself as one of South America's earliest natural history institutions.
The museum maintains scientific collections in paleontology, botany, geology, zoology, and ecology, supporting research and education about Uruguay's natural heritage.
Located at Miguelete 1825, the museum welcomes visitors Wednesday through Saturday from 13:00 to 19:00 and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00.
The institution has contributed to solving evolutionary puzzles proposed by Darwin through its extensive collection of scientific specimens.
Location: Montevideo
Inception: 1837
Official opening: July 18, 1838
Address: 25 de Mayo 582
Website: https://mnhn.gub.uy
GPS coordinates: -34.89450,-56.18010
Latest update: March 18, 2025 06:09
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