Museo de Oro — Attraction in Cagayan de Oro

The Museum of Ethnography offers a captivating journey through the diverse cultures and traditions of the Mindanao. Its thoughtfully curated exhibits highlight the beauty and complexity of human life across continents and centuries. The detailed artifacts, immersive displays, and insightful narratives create a deeply enriching experience for visitors. The museum staff are knowledgeable and passionate, enhancing the educational value of each exhibit. Overall, it’s a must-visit destination for anyone interested in understanding and celebrating global cultural heritage.

Located inside the Xavier University. Admission is 70...

Wow, what an amazing place to learn about the peoples of Mindanao. There are two halls that discuss this subject. The first goes through the history of Mindanao with an emphasis on the Spain's and America's arrival and the revolt with local folk heroes. The second hall is devoted to the anthropology of Mindanao. It is fascinating to see how the different tribes made a living and dressed. Definitely worth spending time for anyone who is fascinated by the rich history and culture of Mindanao. NOTE: Museo de Oro is located on Xavier University and can only be accessed by the main gate of Xavier University and no flash...

5mins hassle to buy ticket to the museum. It is acceptable, but can be more efficient if they wanted to. All staffs that I encountered are friendly and accomodative.

Museum has decent amount of collections and most are well kept/preserved. The description and narrative are lacking and when in some occasions quite thorough, its outdated.

One in particular, quite disturbing: an apologetic letter for Tadtad vigilante group, if you don't want to call 'em terrorist, written by the head curator of the museum itself. I'm not sure how the Moro n other Filipino muslims would feel reading...