Mongui Maduro Museum
Explore one of the most preserved 19th-century plantation houses in Willemstad. Located at the historic Landhuis Rooi Catootje, our museum offers a unique window into the island’s history and cultural heritage. Wander through the authentic estate, discover rare antiques, and experience the legacy of the Maduro family.
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 9 AM - 3 PM
Mongui Maduro Library
Maduro’s lifelong quest for information forms the nucleus of the unique collection of the Mongui Maduro Library.
Opening hours:
Tuesday - Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 12 PM
Hòfi Rooi Catootje
Explore the historic landscape surrounding Landhuis Rooi Catootje. Discover native vegetation and restored dams, channels and reservoirs designed to collect and guide rainwater. Visits are subject to weather and site conditions. Closed shoes are required.
The Hòfi is part of Mongui Maduro Museum. Admission tickets for the Hòfi are available at the museum reception.
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 9 AM - 3 PM
Self-Guided Museum & Hòfi VisitExplore Mongui Maduro Museum and Hòfi Rooi Catootje at your own pace.
Discover the history of Landhuis Rooi Catootje and the Maduro family inside the museum, then explore the native vegetation and restored waterworks of the Hòfi.
The museum and Hòfi have separate admission fees. A combination ticket is also available at the museum reception. Reservations are not required for self-guided visits.
Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM
Hòfi visits are subject to weather and site conditions. Closed shoes are required.
Expert Guided TourBring history to life with a personal guide.
Hear the hidden stories of the Maduro family, the Jewish heritage of Curaçao, and the secrets of the plantation architecture. Our experts will reveal fascinating details you might miss on your own.
Tour: 11 am - 12 pm
Museum guided tour – 15 USD / 27 XCG p.p.
Tour & Tast PackageThe ultimate combination of History and cultural delight.
Combine your museum visit with a culinary experience. After your guided tour, stroll next door to the Marcus Antonius Restaurant for an exclusive lunch menu in the air-conditioned room or on the terrace, surrounded by nature.
Tour: 11 am - 12 pm
Taste starts around: 12:15 pm
COMBO DEAL – 45 USD / 81 XCG p.p
Events
Landhuis Rooi Catootje, together with Hòfi Rooi Catootje and the Mongui Maduro Library terrace, offers
a beautiful setting for intimate gatherings and special celebrations.
From receptions on the terrace to nature-inspired moments in the Hòfi, every event becomes part of our living heritage.
The Library regularly hosts events such as informative lectures, cultural programs and temporary or digital exhibitions highlighting its unique Antilliana and Judaica collections.
More information about MMF Events & Programs: info@madurolibrary.org
Meetings & Rentals
Looking for a quiet and practical meeting space? House 3, located at Landhuis Rooi Catootje, is available for meetings, training sessions, presentations and small workshops.
The air-conditioned room includes a Smart TV with HDMI connection, Wi-Fi, tables and chairs. Coffee, tea and water can be arranged upon request.
For availability, rates and reservations: info@madurolibrary.org
Garden
The grounds encircling the estate teem with a variety of small wildlife and host an array of vegetation, including the succulent Aloe Vera and fruit-bearing trees such as the Mango. The walkways, designed to be an essential element of the landscape, meander gracefully rather than run straight, tracing the natural undulations of the terrain, weaving between trees, and inviting visitors deeper into the verdant embrace. Wander these paths on foot to bask in the tranquil atmosphere. Ena Dankmeijer's vision was dedicated to the conservation of this natural splendor and to imparting environmental wisdom to future generations.
Hofi Rooi Catootje
A large green area named hofi, with its own dam system, was used in the past to store water during the rainy seasons. After being 20 years out of order, we have started to restore the 3 dams and to open the hofi back up for visitors. Kasper Lendering: "In 2024, several local organizations, including AWA-Consult, are joining forces in a project called 'Awa pa Kòrsou', which aims to restore historic waterworks in Curaçao. This initiative, supported by subsidies from the Dutch government and the Stichting Monumentfonds Curaçao, focuses on tackling climate-related challenges such as droughts, heat stress and flooding. Through the restoration of waterworks in areas such as Savonet, Zevenbergen and Rooi Catootje, the project aims to reduce the impacts of climate change on the island." Kasper is tasked with the coordination of the restoration of the historic waterworks in the area of Rooi Catootje in Curaçao.
Nes
tled on the historic grounds of Landhuis Rooi Catootje, Restaurant Marcus Antonius offers a warm and inviting lunch experience inspired by Caribbean flavors and Curaçao’s culinary heritage. Guests can enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes in a serene garden setting—perfect for a relaxing lunch, memorable dinner, or special gathering.
A place where good food, history, and hospitality come together.
Open: Monday – Saturday 9 AM – 3 PM