Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen
About This Museum
You wouldn't expect to find a sanctuary of memory tucked away on a bustling San Salvador street, but that's the Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen for you. It feels less like a formal museum and more like walking into the carefully kept archive of a nation's conscience. The air is thick with stories, each photograph and recording a testament to resilience. It’s a profoundly moving place that makes history feel immediate and personal.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the museum is its powerful focus on the Salvadoran Civil War, with haunting photographs and the legendary radio diaries of Venancio, a community under siege. You can also lose yourself in exhibits celebrating folklorist María de Baratta or exploring ancient indigenous myths.
Visitor Information
It's located at entre 19 y, 27 Avenida Nte. 1140—definitely worth seeking out. The vibe is intimate and thoughtful, so take your time to really absorb everything.
Architecture & Building
Housed in an unassuming, modern building that feels more like a quiet library or a cultural center from the outside, which makes the powerful stories inside all the more striking.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen, 1140, 27 Avenida Norte, Colonia Buenos Aires I, Distrito Municipal 2, San Salvador, San Salvador Centro, San Salvador, 1102, El Salvador
Phone: +503 2564 7005
Website: Visit Website
