Museo Clara Rojas Pelaéz

Around Medellín


Located in an elegant old house on Jardín's plaza, this museum contains a diverse mix of exhibits detailing the history of the town, including pre-Columbian pottery, an archive of old photographs and antique furniture. A helpful tour guide, Don Roberto, will show you around. When the museum is closed he also runs informative walking tours around town.


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