The vessels represent several different time periods, from the first few centuries B.C. to the eve of the Spanish Conquest in the 16th century. Anthropologists usually gather information about culture by talking to the people who experience it. Unfortunately, this is not possible with ancient populations that no longer exist. We must learn about these cultures from the objects that people made and used. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays.
Admission is free.
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