Casa Museo Hermanas Mirabal — Attraction in Hermanas Mirabal

This museum is a must for any visitor to the DR with in an interest in either it's history or that of women involved in politics and human rights. Way too many visitors only know the DR for its beaches or perhaps merengue, not the story of its struggles, first for independence, but more recently to rid itself of Trujillo, one of the Americas most ruthless dictators. The Mirabal sisters played an iconic part in the latter and were brutally beaten to death as result. The museum provides a fascinating insight into their lives. It is however a long way off the beaten track and needs no more than an hour to cover, so you need a degree of determination to make the trip. The guides are however excellent and multilingual, so...

They have a guide that can answer any questions you might have. Very friendly staff The house is a museum containing articles belonging to the sisters and photos depicting moments in their lives. The house has been preserved with the sisters in mind. The guides can provide insights about why the garden was designed the way it is. There are memorials in the garden and shops. There is plenty of parking and restrooms available. Tickets were 100 pesos per person,...

Visiting the home of Las Hermanas Mirabal was always a dream of mine. Thank you for this opportunity to see the life of my greatest role models. The grounds were taken care of exceptionally. The home looked like it was loved. The literature available for purchase was insightful. The food and snacks that were sold were delicious.

This was an experience that would stay with me forever.

Que Viva Las Hermanas Mirabal, Que Viva Las...