Museo Arqueológico La Merced and its collection

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The Museo Arqueológico La Merced is an archaeological museum situated in the historic center of Santiago de Cali, Colombia. It forms part of the religious complex La Merced, which has a rich history dating back to 1539 when the Order of Mercy established the 'Real Convento de Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes, redención de los cautivos'. The museum is a significant part of the city's cultural and historical landscape.

Facilities and Activities

The Museo Arqueológico La Merced offers a variety of spaces for visitors to explore. It features a room for temporary exhibitions, six permanent rooms dedicated to its collection, and a multifunctional room for video projections that can accommodate up to 120 people. Additionally, the museum's exterior square is a versatile space used for a range of civic, cultural, and business activities.

Exhibits and Cultural Representation

The Museo Arqueológico La Merced houses a diverse collection of artifacts, including funerary urns, vessels, graters, rollers, anthropomorphic figurines, alcarrazas, plates, and ocarinas. These items are representative of various Colombian cultures such as Calima, Muisca, Nariño, Quimbaya, San Agustín, Sinú, Tairona, Tierradentro, Tumaco, and Bajo Magdalena, offering visitors a comprehensive insight into the country's rich archaeological heritage.

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Museo Arqueológico La Merced
Cra. 4 #6-59

Visitor information Museo Arqueológico La Merced

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 18:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 18:00
Thursday
9:00 – 18:00
Friday
9:00 – 18:00
Saturday
9:00 – 18:00
Sunday Closed

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Facilities

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Location & Map

Cra. 4 #6-59, Cali

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Exhibitions

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