Museo de las Casas Reales

The Museo de las Casas Reales is a historical museum in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, housed in a building dating back to the 16th century. It was originally the administrative center for Spanish colonial governance in the New World. Today, the museum showcases artifacts, exhibits, and restored architecture that highlight the region’s colonial history, including its Indigenous cultures, European influence, and early settlements. It provides visitors with insights into the colonial era’s political, social, and cultural aspects, offering a tangible connection to the Caribbean’s rich historical heritage.