National Archaeological Museum Aruba

Archaeological museum · Oranjestad

National Archaeological Museum Aruba

Archaeological museum · Oranjestad

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Schelpstraat 42, Oranjestad, Aruba

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National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null
National Archaeological Museum Aruba by null

Highlights

This charming museum, nestled in a Dutch Colonial complex, offers a cool escape to explore 5,000 years of Amerindian culture through engaging exhibits and bilingual information.  

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Schelpstraat 42, Oranjestad, Aruba Get directions

manaruba.org
@museonacionalaruba

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Schelpstraat 42, Oranjestad, Aruba Get directions

+297 582 8979
manaruba.org
@museonacionalaruba

Features

restroom
wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom

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Feb 19, 2025

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"Located in a former mansion, this interactive museum is full of ancient artifacts. Culled from three distinct periods of indigenous history, the collection includes more than 10,000 pieces from Pre-Ceramic (2500 B.C.E.–1000 C.E.), Ceramic (900–1515), and History Cultural (1515–1880) times. Visitors will find shell and stone tools, decorative items, and food vessels, along with vestiges of Aruba’s gold rush. Of particular note is a limestone family burial cave, which, at 4,000 years old, is one of the most ancient pieces in the museum. With its Dutch Colonial architectural details, the building itself is also worth admiring. Note: The museum is closed on Mondays."

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Durga Kale

Google
Good overview of the island's archaeology! Entry by donation. Suggested amount $5 per person. Interactive elements are great, and I appreciate the bilingual signage/information plaques at the museum. A few modern installations need some context. Worth visiting for the exhibition of the preceramic period material culture.

Shaun Burnum

Google
Great place with some interesting exhibits. It’s a nice quick history of the island. The whole takes about a hour. It’s only a couple blocks from some of the tourist shop area. It’s a “free” museum, but they encourage a $5/person donation.

Rose

Google
I really enjoyed visiting this museum, the exhibits were clearly explained and in many languages. The history of the Island was well documented. The staff were very attentive to the visitors and kept everything clean and cool. The washrooms were greatly appreciated. There is no admission cost but we were happy to make a donation.

patty hedges

Google
Had a little bit of time before catching our flight so jumped in to check out museum. Nice opportunity to learn some of the history of the island and view various artifacts. A break from the heat in a well air conditioned environment was a nice addition 😉 Free but donations appreciated.

goodkine

Google
Amazing architecture... just look at these buildings... A highlight (pictured) is an old seafaring canoe... many similarities to Hawaii with regard to cultural sea exploration... It seems there are highlighted destinations within Aruba that are adorned with an impressive form of guerilla marketing displaying art via large blue horses.. here at the museum, you'll find one of those majestic crafted pieces as well...

Missy MacQ

Google
I really loved this museum! The front desk person was very nice and knowledgeable. The museum is clean and bright and has many exhibits, everything looks brand new. A must see for history of the island.

Ilona Chodnicka

Google
Paid parking 3 min walk away ($3.5 for 3 hours). Museum is free, be nice, and leave a donation. It's air conditioned, galleries are described in English, it has free toilets. It takes about an hour to visit.

Marek Marecki

Google
I can to late so couldn’t visit. nevertheless, there were museum staff sitting inside with a family who told me, I can see. Inside and she invited me to stay the next day. It felt very nice.