Museos de Corrientes
About This Museum
You might not expect it, but tucked away in a classic Correntino townhouse on San Juan Street is where the soul of the province has been quietly kept. Stepping inside is like walking into a well-loved family home, if your family collected centuries-old Jesuit carvings and Guarani artifacts. The air smells faintly of polished wood and old paper, and each room tells a different story, from the fierce battles of the Argentine Confederation to the gentle, melancholic strains of chamamé music. It’s less a formal museum and more a series of conversations with the past, all waiting to be had.
Collection Highlights
Look for the intricate wooden saints carved by Jesuit hands in the 18th century, their paint still vibrant. Don't miss the personal letters and sabers from the Corrientes-led resistance against Buenos Aires dictator Juan Manuel de Rosas. And for something truly local, seek out the humble charangos and accordions that chart the history of chamamé itself.
Visitor Information
It's right at San Juan 546, easy to find once you're in the city center. Just ring the bell and walk in—it feels more like visiting someone's house than a big institution. Perfect for a quiet afternoon when you want to escape the heat and really dig into what makes this place tick.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a beautiful example of a traditional Correntino house, with high ceilings to beat the summer heat, thick whitewashed walls, and those iconic tall wooden shutters on the windows.
Contact & Location
Address: San Ignacio de Loyola, Barrio Corrientes, Concepción, San Juan, Capital, San Juan, J5400FIB, Argentina
Phone: +54 379 467-6032
