Archaeological Museum
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Oranjestad

National Archaeological Museum Aruba

Museum in the restored Ecury complex in downtown Oranjestad preserving Aruba's Amerindian heritage.

About

The National Archaeological Museum Aruba (NAMA) has collections spanning 2500 BCE to the 19th century and first opened in 1981. It is housed in the renovated historic Ecury complex: a cunucu house built in 1870 and a mansion built in 1929. Exhibits include Amerindian artifacts from the Pre-Ceramic period, a self-guided thematic exhibition suitable for all ages, and gardens.

Hours

Mon – Fri
9 AM – 5 PM
Sat – Sun
Closed

Official site: Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00, Saturday and Sunday closed. (aruba.com lists 9:30-16:30.)

Location

Schelpstraat 42, Oranjestad

OranjestadArea only, not the exact spot