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All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Ecuador

Explore the impact of industry on society at 3 industrial heritage museums in Ecuador. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Ecuador:

  1. Yaku Water Museum1

    Yaku Water Museum

     Quito
    An interesting and original museum devoted to water and history of its use in the city. Definitely will get you thinking.
     4.4
    Science & Technology ScienceHistory & Anthropology History
  3. Firefighter's Museum2

    Firefighter's Museum

     Guayaquil
    The Firefighter's Museum in Guayaquil, officially named Museo del Bombero Ecuatoriano "Jefe Félix Luque Plata", is a significant institution that aims to highlight the history and values of the Fire Department. The museum underscores the importance and contribution of the Fire Department to the city, providing visitors with a unique insight into the city's past and the role of its firefighters.
     4.4
    History & Anthropology HistoryScience & Technology Science
  4. Complejo Cultural Fábrica Imbabura3

    Complejo Cultural Fábrica Imbabura

     Andrade Marín
    The Complejo Cultural Fábrica Imbabura, located in Atuntaqui, Ecuador, has a rich history dating back to its establishment as a textile factory on May 6, 1924. This cultural complex now serves as a museum, showcasing its collection of machinery, photographs, and rooms that tell the story of its past. It was once the most important textile development center in northern Ecuador, providing livelihoods for hundreds of families in the Antonio Ante canton.
    History & Anthropology HistoryScience & Technology Science