When it was created
It was created as the second seat of the Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala and functioned from 1768 to 1777 when it was moved to the new capital. Since then it has gone from being a school and library to a parish church. It was established as a museum in 1936 and in 1950 it was reopened as part of the Institute of Anthropology and History.
Historical highlights
It has 156 pieces, most of them belong to the Baroque period in Antigua, some of the most important are: San Miguel Arcángel and Virgen Dolorosa. In addition, there are works by Cristóbal de Villalpando and Thomás de Merlo, representative Guatemalan artists of the time, one of the most important of which is The Passion of Christ.
Exhibitions or events
The museum has the most extensive collection and state art gallery full of paintings and sculptures from the Spanish-American colonial baroque period. Among the activities offered are carpentry and furniture restoration workshops.
Curious facts
It has pieces that were created from the Spanish technique of polychrome wood, jasper and ivory. The museum offers tours in both Spanish and English. Around 300 people visit it every day.
Where is
Calle Oriente No. 5, Antigua Guatemala.
Schedules
Thursday to Sunday from 9:00 to 16:00.
Prices
Q 5.00 national, Q 50. 00.
