Museo del Ámbar de Chiapas
Explore the story of Chiapas amber inside the former La Merced convent. This museum connects a remarkable natural material with the skill of the people who carve and polish it.
What to discover
Amber formation, extraction and craftsmanship; exhibition pieces show how the material is worked into sculpture and jewelry. The historic building is part of the appeal.
A look at the museum
Photographs document earlier visits; displays and entrances can change. Open an image to see it in full.
Eduardo Robles Pacheco · CC BY 2.0 · Resized and converted to WebP
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Eduardo Robles Pacheco · CC BY 2.0 · Resized and converted to WebP
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Location & directions
Diego de Mazariegos s/n, Exconvento de La Merced · San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, México
Location uses the museum name and published address. Confirm the current entrance, especially where other sources list different addresses.
Before your visit
Ask the museum about current exhibitions, photography and access needs. Archival images do not guarantee today’s displays, and an attractive historic building does not establish step-free access.
More museums to explore
- Museo de Culturas Populares de Chiapas · La Merced
- Museo YokChij de Sergio Castro · La Merced
- Museo de Historia y Curiosidades · La Merced