The Museo de Arte Precolombino Casa del Alabado is a small, intimate institution dedicated to Pre-Columbian art, housed in a 17th-century colonial home in the historic center of Quito. We safeguard a collection of more than 8,000 archaeological pieces, spanning over 8,000 years of history from across the ancient cultures of Ecuador.
Casa del Alabado is often described by visitors as a "hidden gem." Those who discover it are deeply moved by the experience. The silence of the house, the poetic museography, the dialogue between ancient objects and living architecture, and the presence of native trees in its inner courtyards create an atmosphere of contemplation that many describe as unforgettable.
The museum is a space to cultivate sensitivity, and connection with ancestral knowledge. We work continuously on educational programs, research-based narratives, and community engagement, seeking to make pre-Columbian heritage speak to contemporary audiences in meaningful ways.
We truly believe that this small house in the Andes holds a universal story worth sharing.