Particle.news
Download on the App Store
17 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Spain's Museums Open Free for International Museum Day 2025

Museums across Spain celebrate with free entry, extended hours, and diverse activities under ICOM’s theme of evolving community roles.

Museo del Patio Herreriano.
Colas para entrar en la Casa Batlló durante la 'Nit dels Museus'.
Museo de La Pasión.
Museo de Las Francesas.

Overview

  • International Museum Day 2025, observed on May 18, highlights the role of museums as dynamic community hubs with free access and special programming nationwide.
  • Major cities like Madrid and Barcelona hosted nocturnal events on May 17, including concerts, workshops, and extended hours at over 100 cultural spaces.
  • Regional museums in Málaga, Castilla y León, Cantabria, and Valencia offer guided tours, family workshops, and live performances tailored to local audiences.
  • ICOM’s 2025 theme, 'The future of museums in communities in constant change,' inspires the activities, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural resilience.
  • Valencia's museums feature family-friendly activities, while Málaga showcases exhibitions like 'Guernica despedazado' and 'Kandinsky: Pioneering Abstract Art' with guided tours and interactive workshops.