The Museo de Arte Colonial is a museum in Caracas, Venezuela, devoted to the colonial art of the country. Its collection showcases Venezuelan colonial art and religious artifacts from the 16th to the 18th centuries, giving visitors a focused view of the period through paintings and objects of faith.
What to expect
The museum is housed in a colonial building that has been well preserved, so the setting is part of the visit. Walking through its rooms, you move between the architecture of an earlier era and the works it holds. Because the museum is specialized, the displays stay closely tied to one theme rather than spreading across many periods and regions.
- Subject: Venezuelan colonial art and religious artifacts
- Period: roughly the 16th to 18th centuries
- Setting: a beautifully preserved colonial building
Planning your visit
The museum is located on Av Panteón in the San Bernardino area of Caracas. It is also known in English as the Colonial Art Museum. For questions before you go, you can call +58-212-551-1012. Visitors interested in Venezuela's history and religious heritage will likely find it the most rewarding, while those drawn to historic buildings will appreciate the building itself. Because the museum is focused, it suits a visit of a few hours within a wider day in the city.
