Museum of Memory & Human Rights in Santiago, Chile – Museum Information

General Information

Museum nameMuseum of Memory & Human Rights
CategoryLocal history museum
LocationSantiago Centro, Santiago, Metropolitan Region,
Address Museum of Memory & Human Rights - Av. Matucana 501, 8500000 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile (View on Google Maps)

The Museum of Memory & Human Rights is located in Santiago, Chile, and serves as a poignant tribute to the victims of human rights violations during the Pinochet dictatorship from 1973 to 1990. The museum features a variety of exhibits focused on this dark chapter of Chilean history, promoting awareness and reflection through multimedia displays, photographs, and personal testimonies. Entrance is free and the museum is easily accessible via the Quinta Normal metro station. Visitors can expect to spend around two hours exploring the exhibits.

The museum’s collection includes artifacts and documentation from the period, highlighting the narratives of victims and the broader struggle for human rights in Chile. While many exhibits are in Spanish, audio guides in English are available for rent. The museum’s layout encourages engagement, often drawing in student groups and researchers alike, fostering conversations about history and remembrance.

Gallery

Open Hours

  • Friday: 10 AM–6 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM–6 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM–6 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM–6 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM–6 PM

Service options

  • Onsite services: Yes

Highlights

  • Live performances: Yes

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes

Amenities

  • Restaurant: Yes
  • Restroom: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: No

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: Yes
  • Transgender safespace: Yes

Children

  • Good for kids: Yes

Contact Information

Phone+56 2 2597 9600
Website