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National Archaeological Museum Aruba

Schelpstraat 42, Aruba
297 582 8979
Ranked #12 of 83 attractions in Aruba
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Museums
Owner description: Small museum traces the history and development of the island of Aruba through a collection of interesting artifacts featuring a skeleton thousands of...... more » Owner description: Small museum traces the history and development of the island of Aruba through a collection of interesting artifacts featuring a skeleton thousands of years old. « less
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Mobile, Al
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

The Archaeological Museum in Aruba was very interesting. The museum has over 10,000 artifacts which include pottery, shell, stone, and bone. The admission was free and it served as a cool respite on a hot day. We had a little difficulty in finding it, but as usual, the locals were helpful in providing directions. We took our time looking at... More

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NJ
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
163 helpful votes 163 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012
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We were looking for the Numismatic Museum but instead we found Archeological (where we found out that Numismatic Museum doesn not exist anymore). So we decided to take a look inside. Admittion was free! It was actually very cold inside but we made it thru all rooms. They have interesting artifacts from the island past and it was amazing to... More

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kansas/wisconsin
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

It is a shame this museum was not listed on our ship's tourist info for Aruba. It's easy to get to the the exhibits are state of the art museum technology. The intereactive exhibits will appeal to kids too. Building itself, especially the tile floors and exterior patios, is beautiful. More

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Crofton, Maryland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012

Great little museum. You can touch things! Seems I need to say more to fill fifty characters. More

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Aruba
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012

Well organized, gorgeous home, and fantastic view of history. More

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Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2011
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For history buffs. Found it very interesting with well-lit interactive displays. If you don't have a lot of money to spend, this is a great place to stop. Gives a good history of Aruba & the building is beautifully restored. It's one of the few buildings left from "Old Oranjestad". More

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Hanover, Virginia
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2011
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We always try to pick up some history from wherever we travel and this place was very nice! More

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UK
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 27, 2011
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Spent a couple of hours here. Free to get in, give a donation is you wish. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2011
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This was not easy to find we had various maps all showing the museum at different locations, it is now at the back of the renaissance mall so only a short walk from the mall It is not very well signposted Well worth the visit all objects are well arranged and there are a lot of touch screens which provide... More

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Massachusetts
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011
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The Archeological Museum is a great place to visit and learn about Aruba's beginnings. The museum is fairly new and the exhibits are quite nice and extensive. We were pleasantly surprised at the amount of information you can look at, and participate in with "interactive displays". It's one place you shouldn't miss. The exhibits should be of interest to youngsters... More

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