About the Program

Within the framework of successive cooperation agreements signed with the Ministry of Culture, the Wiese Foundation works to research, conserve, enhance and promote the El Brujo Archaeological Complex. Our work there is inspired by the love for Peru of our founder and the passion of Don Guillermo “Pancho” Wiese, his son, who began the work at the site in August 1990.

+47,000

visitors to the El Brujo Archaeological Complex

+285,000

people benefiting from our educational content

+40

jobs created.

+39,800

cultural artifacts preserved, safeguarded, and shared.

Research

At least thirty-five research projects have been carried out at El Brujo and in the Chicama Valley under the direction of the Wiese Foundation specialists. Their findings allow us to better understand and appreciate our historical past.

Cultural Heritage Management:

Conservation

Archaeological heritage is a fragile, non-renewable resource, yet essential for recovering and promoting the historical awareness of our communities. At the Wiese Foundation, we are committed to its preservation for present and future generations.

Site Enhancement and Public Access

In 2009, El Brujo was opened to the public. Today, the archaeological site receives over 47,000 visitors annually. More than half of them are children and/or beneficiaries of the Wiese Foundation programs and initiatives, who pay less than 1 sol (approximately 0.27 US dollars) for their visit. The vast majority of visitors to El Brujo (68%) come from northern Peru.

Knowledge Dissemination

We share the knowledge recovered through scientific research by organizing academic events, publishing books under our editorial label, and creating digital content in various formats (articles, videos, infographics, etc.) aimed at broad audiences.

Community Engagement

Through our work with the community, we promote the appreciation of the cultural heritage of El Brujo and the Chicama Valley, encourage its enjoyment and strengthen the sense of belonging to the territory.