Panama’s diverse Indian Culture, and pivotal role in providing transoceanic passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, has lead to the creation of numerous museums. For those visiting Panama, particularly in the historic area of Casco Viejo, these museums provide visitors with an interesting perspective of the country’s past and its contributions. Below we have listed the frequented museums, along with a description, their location and phone number.
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Panama Canal Museum Location: Plaza Cathedral, San Felipe (Casco Viejo) |
| Emerald Museum Location: Via Italia, Punta Paitilla Open: Mon.-Sat., 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cost: Free |
| Religious Colonial Art Museum This museum dates back to the early 1700’s. It’s structure is a treasure unto itself, as it is located in one of the old chapels of the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo. View a collection of religious paintings, silver religious pieces and the golden altar. Location: Casco Viejo, - between Ave. A y Calle 3 |
| Panamanian History Museum This museum offers visitors a detailed collection of objects dealing with Panamanian history. The collection spans from colonial times up to the Torrijos-Carter treaty of 1977. Location: Municipal Palace Cathedral Plaza in Casco Viejo |
| Museum of Natural Science It exhibits geology, paleontology, mammals, reptiles and national flora and fauna. Location: Cuba Avenue, between 29th & 30th |
| National Bank Museum It houses a fine and valuable collection of coins and paper bills, metallic coins and other financial papers, dating back to the sixteenth century. Location: Calle 34 y Ave. Cuba |
| Contemporary Art Museum There are a permanent exhibitions displaying artwork using the different techniques of oil, frescoes, watercolor, pastels, tints and engravings. Location: Calle San Blas, Ancon y Ave. de los Martires |