Museo Numismatico
About This Museum
People come to the Museo Numismatico not just for history, but to hold it in their hands—this is a place that tells the story of Honduras through the evolution of its currency. You'll find everything from ancient pre-Columbian trade beads and Spanish colonial pieces of eight to the beautifully designed lempira bills we use today. It’s a surprisingly intimate journey, making you feel connected to the generations of Hondurans who have traded, saved, and built their lives. The museum manages to feel both grand in scope and wonderfully personal, leaving you with a new appreciation for the art and economics in your own pocket.
Collection Highlights
Look for the first national coins minted after independence and the fascinating collection of provisional banknotes issued by private coffee companies.
Visitor Information
It's centrally located in Tegucigalpa, easy to fit into a day of exploring. Since it's a smaller museum, an hour or two is plenty to see everything without feeling rushed.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a stately, historic building with a classic Spanish colonial facade that gives it a dignified presence on the city street.
Contact & Location
Address: Francisco Morazán, Honduras
Phone: +504 2237-7979
