Tours and Activities:

Expression of History

The Regional Museum of Ancud showcases a valuable heritage that reflects the identity of the Chiloé Archipelago, from its earliest communities to its most recent cultural expressions. 

Located in the heart of the city, this museum is one of the most important institutions in Chiloé, due to the heritage value of its exhibits, which provide insight into the history and cultural identity of the archipelago. Its origins date back to the work of the Salesian missionaries and, in particular, Father Audelio Borquez Canobra, who rescued numerous objects kept by the inhabitants. In 1976, these pieces formed the initial collection, which later passed to the current National Cultural Heritage Service.

Today, the institution exhibits more than 1,400 objects that make up various collections representative of the origin and history of the archipelago. The archaeological section features stone tools from the island´s first human groups found at Puente Quilo, the oldest hunter-gatherer settlement in Chiloé (4200 BC).

The religious imagery section features polychrome wooden statues of virgins and saints, crafted by artisans in the 17th and 18th centuries. The ethnographic collection consists of basketry made from palm fibers characteristic of the island´s marshy areas, used in rural and domestic tasks.

The textile tradition is also on display, with a journey from natural fabrics to hear, as well as ceramic pieces by the renowned artisan Erminia Ule.

The building also houses a replica of the schooner Ancud, which played a key role in the inclusion of the Magallanes region in Chilean territory.

The tour ends in "The Courtyards of Memories" and "The Courtyard of Mythology", which feature works by local artists that connect visitors with Chilote legends and the living identity of the archipelago. Throughout the year, the museum adds temporary exhibitions, workshops, and educational activities, making it an ideal space to discover the history, art, and traditions of Chiloé in one place.

Contact

Museo Regional Ancud

Libertad 370, (5710000) , Ancud, X Región de los Lagos
Tel: +56 65-2622413

See also: Hotels in Ancud and other accommodation venues