General Information
Museum name | Museo Casa Houssay |
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Category | Museum |
Location | Buenos Aires Province, |
Address | Viamonte 2790, C1213ACB Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina (View on Google Maps) |
Museo Casa Houssay is located in Balvanera, Buenos Aires, Argentina. This small museum is situated in the home where Dr. Bernardo Houssay, the first Latin American Nobel Prize winner in Medicine, lived. The museum offers guided tours that typically last about an hour, giving visitors insight into Houssay’s life and contributions to science. Access is available mainly on Fridays and Saturdays, and appointments for guided visits can be arranged via email.
Inside, the museum features two main rooms filled with memorabilia and personal artifacts related to Dr. Houssay’s life and work. Visitors can expect to see documents, photographs, and items that illustrate his role in medical research and diabetes treatment. The focus on Houssay’s legacy makes this museum an important visit for those interested in the history of science in Argentina.
Gallery
Open Hours
- Friday: 10 AM–2 PM
- Monday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Thursday: 10 AM–2 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes
Amenities
- Restroom: Yes
- Restaurant: No
Planning
- Getting tickets in advance recommended: Yes
Children
- Good for kids: Yes
Contact Information
Phone | +54 11 5199-3020 |
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Website | https://www.museohoussay.org.ar/ |