Spain-Colombia Quimbaya Treasure Repatriation Talks on Hold
Negotiations between Spain and Colombia for the return of the Quimbaya Treasure, housed at the Museo de América in Madrid, have been paused. Colombia formally requested the repatriation over two years ago. Former Colombian Culture Minister Juan David Correa criticized his Spanish counterpart Ernest Urtasun for months of silence. While both countries report significant progress, the talks are now in standby mode. Priority has shifted to a joint educational initiative with the Museo de América, including a virtual exhibition and public workshops.
Key facts
- Colombia formally requested the return of the Quimbaya Treasure over two years ago.
- The treasure is housed at the Museo de América in Madrid.
- Former Colombian Culture Minister Juan David Correa criticized Spanish Culture Minister Ernest Urtasun for ignoring the request.
- Negotiations are currently in 'stand by' mode.
- Both countries report 'important advances' in talks.
- A joint educational project with the Museo de América is underway.
- The project includes a virtual exhibition and public workshops.
- The educational effort aims to provide context about the collection.
Entities
Institutions
- Museo de América
- Ministry of Culture of Colombia
- Ministry of Culture of Spain
Locations
- Madrid
- Spain
- Colombia