The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) recently accused museum staff of negligence after a mummy's arm came off during renovations.
The "robbery of the mummies of Guanajuato" is a phrase that sits at the intersection of Mexican cinematic cult classics and a very real, modern-day controversy surrounding the preservation of one of the world's most unique archaeological collections. The Cinematic Origins: El Robo de las Momias de Guanajuato robbery of the mummies of guanajuato top
Experts suggest the "disappearance" may be more biological than criminal. Due to improper storage and frequent transport for traveling exhibitions, some mummies may have undergone skeletonization , where the preserved skin and hair simply disintegrated, leaving only bones behind. Recent Controversies and "The Lost Arm" The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH)