Havana, Cuba
Museo de Arte Colonial

Presenting you with the prolonged and painful tale of colonialism, one artefact at a time.

Featuring colonial art and also artefacts, this museum tells it all. Showcasing pieces from colonial times, it tells the tale of when colonialism ran amuck in our world. Situated in a beautiful palace, reigning as the oldest building in Old Havana is where you will find all these treasures.


Furniture from the 17th to 19th century is found here, from age-old linen, yellowed with use, to silverware and door knockers. Venture into the rooms where Cuban furniture are stored, each one possessing their own distinct personality and tale. They play witness to the lives of Cubans once colonised. See the cupboards and chairs used in churches and convents of the Cubans, to those that are representative of Cuban culture, with their intricate carvings. See all these furniture as they are placed in rooms, replicating the past lives of Cubans. Imagine the Cubans in the dining rooms as they wine and dine, with the exquisite tableware that servants would polish and clean for the bourgeoisie. A luxury quitrín can also be found here, the two-horse carriage that many upper class often used. Sit down in a chair in the living room as you imagine how it was like a few centuries ago, being in colonised Cuba. Immersed in a world so absolutely genuine and authentic, Museo de Arte Colonial gifts you with the best experience into the lives of Cubans during the colonial period.


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San Ignacio, La Habana, Cuba