Archaeological Museum of Aruba, Archaeological museum in Oranjestad, Aruba
The Archaeological Museum occupies the restored Ecury family residence, featuring exhibition spaces across the original 1870 building and a 1929 modern extension.
The museum displays artifacts from 2500 BC, including tools and objects from the Pre-ceramic Period when the first inhabitants arrived on the island.
The collection contains ceramic vessels, stone implements, and burial items that belonged to the Caquetio people who settled in Aruba around 1000 AD.
Located at Schelpstraat 42 in downtown Oranjestad, the museum welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with free admission.
The museum preserves a traditional cistern system from the Ecury residence that demonstrates historical water collection methods used on the island.
GPS coordinates: 12.52090,-70.03820
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:07
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