Museum for National Identity, Tegucigalpa

Name: Museum for National Identity
Address: Barrio Abajo Calle El Telegrafo, Tegucigalpa, FM1100, Honduras
Telephone: +504 2238-7412

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The Museum for National Identity is an anthropology museum in Tegucigalpa, Honduras located in the former Palace of the Ministries built in the 19th century. The museum was founded in 2006 and is dedicated to the acquisition, research, conservation and dissemination of historical material of the humans who have populated Honduras from the pre-Hispanic era to contemporary times.

The MIN is one of the most visited museums in Tegucigalpa and is considered one of the best museums in Central America. The museum is administered by the Honduran Foundation for National Identity and its museum collection spans centuries of the country's history and includes diverse pieces of art, sculpture and archaeological objects.

One of its most popular rooms is the Virtual Copan room, which tells the story of the Mayan gods and their kings. Another popular room is the Sala de los Próceres Hondureños where you can see the busts of Honduran heroes.

Local name: Museo para la Identidad NacionalCoordinates: 14°6'24"N, 87°12'29"W

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Barrio Abajo Calle El TelegrafoTegucigalpa FM1100 Honduras

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+504 2238-7412

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum for National Identity open?

Museum for National Identity is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum for National Identity?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Telecommunications, Tegucigalpa (2 min walk), Manuel Bonilla, Tegucigalpa (3 min walk), La Presidencial, Tegucigalpa (7 min walk), Tegucigalpa Cathedral, Tegucigalpa (8 min walk).

How to get to Museum for National Identity by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum for National Identity:

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Punto de taxis Centro-Tiloarque (5 min walk)
Terminal de Buses (16 min walk)