Corporación Museo de Arqueología e Historia Francisco Fonck
Corporación Museo de Arqueología e Historia Francisco Fonck
Corporación Museo de Arqueología e Historia Francisco Fonck
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Originally the home of the wealthy Délano family in the early 20th century, this impressive building was acquired by the local Municipal Authorities in 1985, and converted into a museum. Focus in two principal collections is a natural history department dedicated to Chile's native fauna and flora; and an archaeological department offering a permanent display related to the indigenous peoples of Northern Chile, the Aconcagua region and the Mapuche in the south of the country. The museum also houses one of the most important collections in the world related to Easter Island, including the only genuine Moai statue in the whole of continental Chile, outside in the museum garden. Guided tours are available in both Spanish and English.
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marc
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Feb 2020 • Couples
What am amazing tour Luis Sanchez Ayala coordinated for us. He took us to Viña Del Mar and Santiago. We chose him again on account of the fine service he provided us on our last visit here. He Has a special interest in wineries and created a completely customized itinerary based upon our wishes including special extra touches. Thank you Luis
Written March 23, 2020
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hbhakh
Roanoke, VA2,264 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
We visited this museum as part of a tour in Valpo. We had an english speaking guide so he explained what we were seeing. I did notice that quite a few of the exhibits had a description in english. The exhibits are interesting and well displayed, relating to the history of Chile and indigenous people. The upstairs displays include insects and wildlife.
This is worth visiting.
This is worth visiting.
Written January 28, 2024
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CA. Carnevalli
Sao Paulo, SP1,042 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
The museum, although small, is very complete and with a very special fit. The bottom part is dedicated to the Mapuche and origin of Easter Island. There are videos aimed at children who tell the story in a more playful way. On top, animals and insects typical of Chile. The main point, undoubtedly, is the Moai that lies on the outside. Only outside Easter Island! A treasure from Viña del Mar.
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Written July 16, 2024
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ElisabethSoares
Rio de Janeiro, RJ1,463 contributions
Jan 2012 • Family
The Fonck Museum, located in Cuatro Norte Street, housed in a spectacular palace. This museum exhibits an impressive collection of fossils and pre-Columbian artifacts including a Easter Island Moai (one of the only six Moai sculptures found outside the island). Founded in 1937, the museum itself is quite small. The Moai brought from Easter Island in 1950 stands majestically in the garden by the museum's entrance.
Written July 6, 2012
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SallyCalifornia
San Francisco110 contributions
Jan 2013 • Couples
This Museum provided the best insight we had seen in Chile to the ancestral history of its inhabitants. We were lucky enough to have an interpreter/student offer he time, her English was great, and she accompanied us throughout providing interesting and insightful commentary. The museum has carefully curated content, it doesn't try to do too much, and the condition of all is quite good. There are many photo ops. We suggest spending at least 1/2 day there. It has the only Easter Island Moai outside Easter Island sits in front of this museum. A must visit...
Written January 13, 2013
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Trail16611
Madison, WI1 contribution
while very small, this museum has many interesting exhibits worth seeing, including easter island artifacts, a small mori, stuffed animals and birds, ect. we have been there twice, the last time with the grandchildren and they enjoyed it very much. the director gave us a personal vip tour in english and while we could not tip him we did donate to the museum and bought items at the store. great side trip if you are catching or leaving a cruse ship in nearby Valporaiso.
Written January 29, 2005
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mango34
Mexico City, Mexico64 contributions
Mar 2012 • Couples
Even it is a small museum, there is plenty to see in it. Outside is a Moai, brought from Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Take a picture of it, because it is the only one outside Easter Island. It was brought from there. At the entrance you can get in touch with the culture of the indigenous of Chile (araucans, etc.),
On the first floor there is a collection of animals of Chile, including a beautiful condor and Humboldt penguins. Also an interesting collection of insects,
It is not very costly and will take you one hour to see it all
After you leave go to the park at your left (in the direction of the Moai) and you will see a statue of Gabriela Mistral. At the base of the statue you can read one of her most beautiful poems, dedicated to children (Dame la mano y danzaremos...)
On the first floor there is a collection of animals of Chile, including a beautiful condor and Humboldt penguins. Also an interesting collection of insects,
It is not very costly and will take you one hour to see it all
After you leave go to the park at your left (in the direction of the Moai) and you will see a statue of Gabriela Mistral. At the base of the statue you can read one of her most beautiful poems, dedicated to children (Dame la mano y danzaremos...)
Written March 27, 2012
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photoguy66degrees
Huntington Beach, CA7,431 contributions
I visited the Fonck Museum (Museo Fonck) which houses the only Moai outside of Easter Island (Rapa Nui or Isla de Pascuas) in October 2008 while on a tour of South America. The Moai stands in front of the museum building. Inside, there are memorabilia worth the time to see if you find yourself in Vina del Mar (an hour north of Santiago, Chile). There are exhibits downstairs and upstairs. While I was there, there was special exhibition on "human shrunken heads" with several items on display. When we exited the museum to return to our bus, there were several street vendors hawking "genuine" serapes which looked more like "Made in China" and brought from the local port for sale to tourists. Our guide also said the same re the serapes.
Written December 28, 2008
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TinajoeB
Mattawa, Canada130 contributions
Jan 2020
I've always wanted to go to Easter Island to see a Moai! And right here in Vina del Mar, i met a magestic Moai! What a thrill. Thank you.
Written February 6, 2020
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grantcruz
Denver, CO15 contributions
Apr 2019
Very interesting museum in Vina del Mar. Nice destination while walking around town. It was cool to see one of the the Easter Island standing stones. Most exhibits have some english descriptions which was helpful.
Written April 16, 2019
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El valor de la entrada al Museo Fonck es muy económica, adultos 2 mil pesos, aprox USD 3.5 y los niños pagan 500 pesos, menos de USD 1.
Written April 30, 2015
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