Westpoint: Rich in History, Tradition and Family.
You may be very surprised to learn that the general population of Curaçao refer to the Westernmost part of the island as Westpoint, and the Easternmost part of the island as Eastpoint. Both are rich in history and are steeped in traditions that go back many generations.

​Westpoint is a very important marker in the history Curaçao. For a start, the slave revolt led by the famous liberator, Tula, started at the Knip Plantation in 1795. Back in the day, Curaçao's population was divided between white people, people of mixed race, free people of color and slaves. Even though the uprising left a mark, slavery was not completely abolished until 1863. Unlike other regions of the island, Westpoint was considered a free region. It didn't house Plantations or Slave Masters. This is why freed slaves would happily settle in the Westernmost part of the island.
 
As the community grew into steadily three hundred individuals, Monsignor Nieuwindt, requested permission to build a church in Westpoint. In 1849, he was granted some land and the community put their hands together to build the very first church. A rectory and a little school followed in years to come. 

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SAVONET MUSEUM

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Savonet Museum
The Savonet Museum is located within the Christoffel Park, and is known as the largest Plantation House on the island. It exhibits a great collection of historical artefacts, telling the story of former inhabitants of the island. 

​Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday 6:00-15:00
​Tel Number: (+5999) 864-0363

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MUSEO KAS DI PAL'I MAISHI

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Museo Kas di Pal'i Maishi
Recognized by UNESCO as a Community Museum! This completely restored rural house shows its visitors how the local population lived from 1850 till 1950. The permanent exhibit is named: The Daily Life in a Kunuku House.  

Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-14:00 | Closed Monday.
Tel Number: (+5999) 666-9973

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MUSEO SHAPO KA'I ORGEL

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Museo Shapo Ka'i Orgel
This charming museum introduces you to the history of Curaçao's Traditional Music. The instrument in focus is the famous cylinder piano. You'll get an intimate look at how it is built and you can enjoy its music. 

Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday 9:00-14:00 | Closed Wednesday. 
Tel Number: (+5999) 522-0696

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MUSEO VIKTO BARTHOLOMEUS

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Museo Vikto Bartholomeus
This open-air museum educates its guests on the island's history and culture, whilst showing us the story of Vikto Bartholomeus. Mr. Bartholomeus was a local farmer, baker and pillar of the Community. This museum tells his story.​

Opening Hours:
Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-16:00 | Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Tel Number: (+5999) 694-6832

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