Museo Regional de la Araucanía and its collection

Museo Regional de la Araucanía
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The Museo Regional de la Araucania, located in the city of Temuco, is a significant cultural institution. Its mission is to preserve, research, disseminate, and value the various cultural heritages that coexist in the region. This includes different periods and spaces, providing a comprehensive view of the region's rich cultural history.

Location of the Museo Regional de la Araucania

The Museo Regional de la Araucania is situated in the city of Temuco. It occupies the National Monument Casa Thiers on Alemania Avenue. This location adds to the historical significance of the museum, as the building itself is a part of the region's cultural heritage.

Exhibits at the Museo Regional de la Araucania

The Museo Regional de la Araucania houses around seven hundred prehistoric and historical pieces. These include both archaeological and ethnographic items. Notable exhibits include pottery from the Pitrén culture (200 - 1100 AD) and the El Vergel complex (1100 - 1550 AD). The museum also displays a canoe made from a single laurel trunk that is over five meters long, showcasing the region's rich history and craftsmanship.

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Museo Regional de la Araucanía
Av. Alemania 84
4810400 Temuco

Visitor information Museo Regional de la Araucanía

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:30 – 17:30
Wednesday
9:30 – 17:30
Thursday
9:30 – 17:30
Friday
9:30 – 17:30
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Admission

0+Free

Facilities

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Location & Map

Av. Alemania 84, Temuco

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