The museum’s six exhibit spaces present Tsotsil-Tseltal healing practices and the work of traditional practitioners, including bonesetters, midwives and herbalists. A demonstration garden includes medicinal plants.

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Col. Morelos

Av. Salomón González Blanco 10, Col. Morelos, 29230 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico

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Monday: 10:00–18:00
Tuesday: 10:00–18:00
Wednesday: 10:00–18:00
Thursday: 10:00–18:00
Friday: 10:00–18:00
Saturday: 10:00–16:00
Sunday: 10:00–16:00

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