Museo de Arte Colonial. Casa de Don Luis Chacón
About This Museum
Tucked away on the cobbled San Ignacio street in Old Havana, the Museo de Arte Colonial feels like stepping directly into the 18th century. It's housed in the magnificent Casa de Don Luis Chacón, a residence that once belonged to a powerful colonial official, and its very walls seem to whisper stories of sugar barons and Spanish rule. Inside, you're surrounded by an almost overwhelming opulence of dark, intricately carved mahogany furniture and brilliant crystal from Europe. The air is still and cool, offering a quiet refuge from the bustling plaza outside, letting you truly absorb the details of a bygone era.
Collection Highlights
Look for the stunning collection of Venetian glass vases that catch the light from the inner courtyard and the massive 'vitrales'—stained glass windows that are artworks themselves. The centerpiece is often considered the grand dining set, its table and chairs so heavily carved they look more like sculpture than furniture.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right on Plaza de la Catedral—it's hard to miss. Just pop in; it's a small museum so it won't take all day, but it’s a perfect stop to appreciate colonial life.
Architecture & Building
A classic example of Cuban Baroque with a breathtaking central courtyard, soaring arched doorways, and those iconic rejas—the ornate wrought-iron window grilles typical of old Havana.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo de Arte Colonial(Casa del Marqués de Arcos), 61, San Ignacio, La Habana Vieja, Catedral, La Habana, La Habana Vieja, La Habana, 10102, Cuba
Phone: +53 7 8017458
