Historical Museum of Aruba

The Historical Museum of Aruba displays extensive collections of artifacts, photographs, and documents that chronicle the development of the island through different periods.

Founded in 1991, the museum preserves items from the pre-colonial era, showcasing the indigenous Arawak culture and the subsequent European colonial influence on the island.

The museum building exemplifies colonial architecture while housing exhibitions that detail the transformation of Aruban society from its early settlements to modern times.

Located in central Oranjestad, the museum offers guided tours in multiple languages and maintains a research center for scholars studying Aruban history.

The collection includes rare artifacts from the 19th-century gold rush period, which fundamentally changed the economic structure of Aruba.

GPS coordinates: 12.51778,-70.03574

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:27