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This museum is in Santa Cruz Calle Fuente Morales near to Plaza de España and bus station
Museo de la Historia de Tenerife (Tenerife Museum of History)
As you would expect, this museum records history of Tenerife and Canaries from 15th to 20th centuries. The emphasis is very much on post conquest society and developments. The museum is housed in one of few remaining 16th century buildings. It has been beautifully restored to its original glory and is a joy to see in itself. Casa Lercaro was built by a former Governor of Tenerife in 1593. The displays are all in Spanish but at Reception you can obtain an English booklet which contains all information you might need.
This is in La Laguna Casa Lercano, Calle San Agustin, 22, near Cathedral.
Museo de Antropologia (Museum of Anthropology) One and half meters along TF16 between Valle de Guerra and Tacoronte.
The final museum is located in countryside on a 21000 square meter site. Indigenous plants abound and these are well complemented by various tropical plants. Other aspects of country life are to be seen from wine press to agricultural implements. In house you can view traditional artefacts from across Canary Islands. The house is another exercise in restoration done really well. The Casa de Carta was built in early years of 18th century. A country house set around a central patio.
This museum is difficult to get to without a car but well worth visit if your do have transport.
Opening Times All museums operate to same time table and admissions charges. Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 7 pm Monday closed.
Admission 3 € Under 8´s free Pensioners and students 1.50€ On Sundays admission is fee.
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