Casa de Colón and old town of Vegueta
Type
Monument & Historical Site
Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 18 pm. Sunday from 10 am to 15 pm.
Distance to the Port
10 min driving from the port
The Casa de Colón serves as a center for Americanist studies and research, focusing on the historical and cultural connections between the Canary Islands and the Americas. In addition to functioning as a museum, the institution hosts events such as the Canarian-American History Colloquium, a biennial gathering that encourages dialogue on shared histories and contemporary issues across both sides of the Atlantic.
The Casa de Colón is a museum and cultural institution in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Christopher Columbus's voyages and the historical connections between the Canary Islands and the Americas. The building itself is of architectural significance, blending colonial features with modern exhibition spaces. Its rooms display ancient maps, navigational instruments, ship replicas, and art related to the Age of Discovery. It also serves as a center for Americanist studies and research, hosting events such as the Canarian-American History Colloquium, which encourages dialogue on shared histories and contemporary issues across both sides of the Atlantic. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, educational workshops, and temporary exhibitions that enhance the overall experience.
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