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Museum · Tilcara, Jujuy
Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova
University museum in Tilcara, with an archaeological collection that helps interpret the occupation of the Quebrada.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova
The Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova is located in front of Tilcara's main square. Affiliated with the University of Buenos Aires, it brings together materials and information about the populations that occupied the Quebrada de Humahuaca. It complements a visit to the Pucará, which is located nearby.
The rooms display objects and production methods that help to understand life before the arrival of the Spaniards. The exhibition brings visitors closer to the archaeological research carried out in the region. Rather than viewing the pieces as isolated souvenirs, it is useful to relate their uses to the landscape and the settlements.
Visit the museum at a suitable time, either before or after the visit to the Pucará. The indoor route allows you to alternate outdoor activities with a visit for reading and observation. Confirm access before you go, follow the photography rules, and keep a distance from display cases and the objects on display.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From forty minutes to an hour and a half.
Best time
During a period dedicated to viewing the rooms; it can accompany the archaeological visit of the surroundings without requiring additional road travel.
How to get there
The museum is on Belgrano street, facing Plaza Álvarez Prado. It is within walking distance from the center of Tilcara.
Tip
Visiting the museum before the Pucará helps to better recognize the forms of occupation of the site.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova
Is the museum located on top of the Pucará?
No. Its headquarters are in the center of Tilcara, opposite the main square.
Does the collection help to understand the Quebrada?
Yes. The objects and information are related to the settlement and archaeological research of the region.
Do I need to visit the museum and the Pucará on the same day?
No, but the two complement each other. Schedule the visits according to the time you plan to dedicate to the galleries and the walk.