Larco Museum

Family

Lima

The Museo Larco offers programs specially designed for families with children aged from 3 to 12 years. Young educators fully trained as museum guides present these programs. Through interactive activities, challenges and games, all members of the family can explore the museum’s collection and discover fascinating stories from ancient Peru.

  • Overview

    Location:

    Lima 


    Scheddule:

    Monday to Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m

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    Reduced opening hours: December 24, 25 and 31, January 1, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.


    Duration:

    1 hour and 15 minutes


    Lenguage

    Available in English and Spanish


    Minium:

    03 Adults and 1 Child

  • Information

    Hightlights:

    We offer Interactive programs specially designed for families and guided by the Museo Larco’s museum educator


    Explore:

    • Gods of Ancient Peru:

    Travel through time and learn about the most powerful gods of pre-Columbian Peru and their importance in the lives of ancient Peruvians.

    Activities:  Exploration of objects, recreation of the Sacrifice Scene, and the making of headdresses with animal features.


    • Fruits of Ancient Peru:

    Today in Peru we enjoy delicious natural products that were domesticated thousands of years ago by ancient Peruvians. Which is your favorite? Explore the Museo Larco visible storage and find it!

    Activities:  Alphabet soup, exploration of objects, storytelling and a collage of favorite products.


    • The Journeys of Ai Apaec:

    Learn about Ai Apaec, the mythical Mochica hero, who fought different creatures from the ocean and the world of darkness, in defense of the harmony of nature’s cycles.

    Activities: Treasure hunt, exploration of objects, recreation of battle scenes and making your own comic strip.


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