Museo del Hombre Dominicano, Anthropology museum in Plaza de la Cultura, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
The museum exhibits halls contain archaeological artifacts, indigenous tools, and cultural objects representing the development of Dominican civilization through multiple floors.
Founded in October 1973 during President Balaguer's administration, the museum building was designed by architect Jose Antonio Caro Alvarez to preserve Dominican heritage.
The museum displays extensive collections of Taino artifacts, African heritage items, and Spanish colonial period pieces that demonstrate the formation of Dominican identity.
Visitors can explore the museum from Tuesday through Sunday between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with guided tours available through different exhibition levels.
The facade features three significant statues of Sebastian Lemba, Fray Bartolome de las Casas, and Enriquillo, representing different aspects of Dominican freedom struggles.
Location: Santo Domingo
Inception: October 12, 1973
Official opening: October 12, 1973
Accessibility: Niedostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Opening Hours: Wtorek-Niedziela 10:00-17:00
Phone: +18096873622
GPS coordinates: 18.47222,-69.90806
Latest update: May 12, 2025 00:38
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