Curaçao’s Heritage Goes Global with Bloomberg Connects

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The Mongui Maduro Museum & Library is proud to be among the first museums in Curaçao to offer a digital guide through the Bloomberg Connects app, the free arts and culture platform used by leading museums and cultural institutions around the world.

Through the app, visitors can explore the museum in a new and interactive way using their own smartphone. Discover exclusive stories, historical photographs, audio recordings, videos, and additional content that bring Curaçao’s history and heritage to life.

One of the app’s most exciting features is its multilingual accessibility. Visitors can choose from more than 50 languages, making it easier for guests from around the world to connect with the stories of Curaçao and the Maduro family.

Unlike a traditional museum guide, Bloomberg Connects allows visitors to explore related content that seamlessly leads from one story to the next, creating a richer and more engaging experience before, during, and even after a visit.

By joining Bloomberg Connects, the Mongui Maduro Museum is connecting Curaçao’s heritage to a global audience while making our collections more accessible than ever before.

Download the free Bloomberg Connects app soon and discover where history lives and legacies thrive.

Discover More with Bloomberg Connects

Go beyond the museum labels
Available in 50+ languages
Listen, watch, and explore at your own pace
Uncover hidden stories from the museum and Landhuis Rooi Catootje
Free to use on your smartphone

ROOI CATOOTJE TOUR & TASTE 
Begin your journey at our enchanting plantation house, where history and heritage come alive in the beautifully renewed Mongui Maduro Museum. Wander through timeless elegance and discover captivating stories within its walls. Then, elevate your experience with a flavorful tasting at Marcus Antonius, where local ingredients and culinary artistry come together in a celebration of taste.

Combo deal: $45,- p.p.
Please make your reservation now. 

Booking Tour & Taste

Explore Island History! Where History Lives and Legacies Thrive

Join us at the Mongui Maduro Museum & Library for an enchanting evening with Drinks & bites, immersed in Curaçao’s captivating past.

What to Expect:

Historical Insights: Embark on a 1-hour guided tour through our contemporary exhibition. Discover the fascinating story of visionaries Levy Maduro family, spanning four generations. Their unparalleled contributions to the island’s economy and social development are unlike any other.

Landhuis Rooi Catootje, is a beautifully preserved plantation house. Learn about the plantation’s history and the transformation of the estate over time. Marvel at its monumental architecture, antique furniture, and the family heirlooms.

Literary Treasures, the Mongui Maduro Library houses an impressive array of books, manuscripts, and historical documents. Dive into Curaçao’s literary heritage and explore rare volumes. The two main subjects are Antilliana and Judaica, this library is a haven for book enthusiasts.

Every corner at the Mongui Maduro Museum weaves a tapestry of stories, preserving the past for the future. Come and be part of this enriching experience!

 Tour Details

• Location: Landhuis Rooi Catootje
• Saturday Night Dates 2024: June 14, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tour starts at 6:00 PM)
• Price: XCG 40 incl. / $23 (Incl; Entrance fee, Tour guide, Drinks & Bites)  

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to connect with Curaçao’s vibrant history.  Reserve your spot now!

For inquiries and reservations: info@maduromuseum.com  or call us at +5999-737 5182

See you there!

 “NEW! Combine History & Nature” Visit the museum, discover the library, and explore the historic waterworks of Hòfi Rooi Catootje—all in one educational adventure

A Classroom Without Walls

Looking for an inspiring and educational outing for your students or youth group?

The Mongui Maduro Museum, Library, and Hòfi Rooi Catootje offer a unique opportunity to discover Curaçao’s history, culture, nature, and heritage in one remarkable location.

Located on the historic Rooi Catootje Estate, dating back to 1735, students are invited to explore the stories, people, and landscapes that helped shape Curaçao.

What Will Students Discover?

The Mongui Maduro Museum

Step inside the former plantation house and discover the fascinating history of the Levy Maduro family, whose contributions influenced the social, cultural, and economic development of Curaçao for more than four generations.

Topics include:

• Plantation Rooi Catootje and its history since 1853

• The demolition of the Punda city wall and the development of Willemstad

• World War II heroes George Maduro, Ena Dankmeijer-Maduro, and Emile Dankmeijer

• The events surrounding Trinta di Mei (May 30, 1969)

• The 1954 Charter of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

• Entrepreneurship, heritage preservation, and cultural identity

Students will also encounter authentic antiques, family heirlooms, photographs, and historical objects that bring the stories to life.

The Mongui Maduro Library

The library houses one of Curaçao’s most important collections of Antilliana and Judaica materials. Built upon Mongui Maduro’s lifelong passion for collecting books, newspapers, and historical information, the library offers students a unique glimpse into research, archives, and cultural preservation.

Hòfi Rooi Catootje

Extend your visit outdoors and explore Hòfi Rooi Catootje, a unique heritage landscape where nature, history, and sustainability meet.

Students can discover:

• Historic 19th-century waterworks and dam systems

• Native plants and wildlife

• Climate adaptation and water management

• Curaçao’s natural environment and biodiversity

• The restoration of historic infrastructure through the Awa pa Kòrsou project

The Hòfi offers an engaging outdoor learning environment that combines environmental education with cultural heritage. It is ideal for school visits, scout groups, youth organizations, Vacation Plan activities, and educational workshops.

Guided Educational Program

Duration

Approximately 1 hour (museum only)

or

1.5 – 2 hours (museum and Hòfi combination)

Educational Benefits

Students will:

• Learn about Curaçao’s history and heritage

• Understand the importance of archives and historical collections

• Explore sustainability and water management in Curaçao

• Develop greater appreciation for cultural and natural heritage

• Experience learning beyond the classroom

Group Rates

Museum & Library

• Group rate: XCG 125 (up to 25 students)

• Above 25 students: XCG 5 per additional student

• Guide fee: XCG 35 per guide (maximum 15 students per guide)

Hòfi Rooi Catootje

The Hòfi can also be rented separately for:

• Educational programs

• Nature activities

• Vacation Plan events

• Youth group outings

• Workshops and outdoor learning experiences

Please contact us for customized group arrangements.

Reservations & Information

Email: info@maduromuseum.com

More information:
Maduro Heritage Website

We look forward to welcoming your students to Rooi Catootje Estate.

Mongui Maduro Museum, Library & Hòfi Rooi Catootje

Where History Lives and Legacies Thrive.

 History Lives and Legacies Thrive”