Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum

The Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum is an ethnographic and archaeological museum located in Asuncion, Paraguay. It was inaugurated on November 28, 1933, and has been housed in the Museum Dr. Andrés Barbero building on España Street since 1956. The museum was founded by Dr. Andrés Barbero, who invited the Paraguayan Scientific Society to establish the museum.

Collections at the Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum

The Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum houses some of the most important archaeological and ethnographic collections in Paraguay. These collections showcase the culture of various indigenous tribes in the country. The museum primarily summarizes the main aspects of the life of the country's indigenous people. It houses pieces belonging to different ethnic groups in Paraguay and observes the geographical location of the ethnic groups before the arrival of the Spanish colonizers.

Artifacts at the Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum

The Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum features a variety of artifacts from Paraguay's indigenous cultures. These include musical pieces, weapons, funerary vessels, and tools. One of the highlights of the museum is the famous canoe-shaped altars built by the indigenous people. These artifacts provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Paraguay's indigenous tribes.