Museo Casa de la colonia
About This Museum
Out in the sun-baked Chaco, where red earth meets endless sky, the Museo Casa de la colonia offers a quiet refuge and a deep dive into the tenacious spirit of the Mennonite settlers. It feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping directly into a lovingly preserved family home, where every object tells a story of hardship and hope. You can almost hear the echoes of daily life in the simple kitchen and imagine the conversations that shaped this unique community. This is the living memory of Filadelfia, a testament to those who carved a home out of this demanding landscape.
Collection Highlights
The museum's heart is its collection of everyday artifacts: well-worn wooden tools, vintage sewing machines, and sepia-toned photographs that document the grueling early days. Don't miss the displays on the indigenous Enxet and Nivaclé peoples, whose history is intricately linked with that of the colonists.
Visitor Information
Finding it is straightforward—just look for Avenida Hindenburg. Given its modest size and local charm, it's wise to check for opening hours locally before you go. The experience is intimate and personal, often feeling like you have the place all to yourself.
Architecture & Building
Housed in one of the original settlement buildings, its simple, functional design features a whitewashed facade and a broad, shaded porch that seems built for slow afternoons, reflecting the pragmatic yet homely aesthetic of its founders.
Contact & Location
Address: Filadelfia, Boquerón, Región Occidental, 160402, Paraguay / Paraguái
Phone: +595 985 820746
Website: Visit Website
