Quauhquechollan

The Quauhquechollan is a museum located on the campus of the Francisco Marroquin University, dedicated to illustrating the conquest of Guatemala by Pedro de Alvarado and his forces. The museum centers around a large, historically significant lienzo (cloth map) created by indigenous artists depicting the events of the conquest. Interactive exhibits, including individual videos for each section of the map, provide detailed explanations of the battles, alliances, and struggles of the period. The museum offers a unique perspective on this pivotal moment in Guatemalan history, blending Spanish and Mayan accounts. It is currently reported as being closed, with staff at nearby museums unaware of a reopening date.