
Ifigenia Quintanilla
Ifigenia Quintanilla is the director of the Museo Nacional de Costa Rica (MNCR), where she oversees archaeological preservation and research. In recent news, she discussed the importance of archaeological rescue operations, explaining the complexities involved in preserving pre-Columbian artifacts found during construction projects, particularly in the context of a recent excavation in Agua Caliente de Cartago. Quintanilla highlighted the legal and logistical challenges of protecting archaeological sites, emphasizing the need for thorough documentation and the significance of safeguarding national heritage.
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Costa Rica:
Ifigenia Quintanilla is the director of the Museo Nacional who commented on the archaeological study's findings.
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Costa Rica:
Ifigenia Quintanilla is the director of the National Museum.
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