Savonet Museum

Visit Savonet Museum in Christoffel National Park and travel back in time to life on an 18th-century plantation. This special museum, located in one of the oldest country houses of Curacao, offers a unique insight into the daily life of both the former residents and the slaves who worked on the estate. Through authentic objects, archaeological finds and personal stories you will discover how people lived, worked and adapted to the rugged west of the island.

The exhibit introduces you to more than 4,000 years of human history in the area. From the first Arowak Indians and colonial farmers to the slave period and the creation of National Park Christopher. Using interactive displays and video presentations, the past comes alive in a way that is engaging for young and old alike.

Combine your visit to the museum with an exploration of the surrounding Christoffel National Park - for a complete experience of nature, culture and history on Curacao.

What to expect:

• A museum in a historic mansion built in 1662

• Stories of former inhabitants, slaves and colonists

• Original artifacts and archaeological finds

• Interactive exhibits and videos

• Located in Christoffel National Park, ideally combined

• Insight into more than 4,000 years of history of western Curacao