Museo Comunitario De San Jacinto
About This Museum
Tucked away in the hills of Bolívar, the Museo Comunitario de San Jacinto isn't just a museum—it's a living room for an entire town. You won't find sterile white boxes here; instead, the air hums with the sound of veteran weavers demonstrating their craft on traditional looms right next to ancient ceramic fragments. The collection feels less like a curated exhibit and more like a family's cherished attic, where pre-Columbian artifacts share space with stories of the Colombian conflict, all gathered by the community itself. It’s a raw, heartfelt dialogue between past and present.
Collection Highlights
The soul of the museum is its textiles, with vibrant 'mochila' bags and hammocks woven on-site. This is brilliantly contrasted by a significant archaeological collection of ceramic figurines and tools from the region's Zenú ancestors.
Visitor Information
It's a community-run spot, so hours can be flexible—your best bet is to ask locally or call ahead. The experience is deeply personal, often involving conversations with the weavers themselves.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a modest, colorful traditional building that feels more like a beloved local home than an institution, with an open layout that encourages wandering and conversation.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo Comunitario de San Jacinto, Carrera 40, San Jacinto, Montes de María, Bolívar, Colombia
Phone: +57 311 6617621
Website: Visit Website
