Centro de Historia, Museum in San Agustin district, Zaragoza, Spain.
The Centro de Historia occupies a former monastery and military barracks building with multiple floors dedicated to exhibition spaces. These rooms display contemporary art and rotating cultural exhibitions that change throughout the year.
The building was originally a monastery and later served as a military installation before being transformed into a cultural space. It opened to the public as a cultural center in April 2003 to serve the community.
The center hosts film festivals including events focused on women filmmakers and human rights, drawing visitors interested in cinema and social themes. These events, along with book presentations and lectures, shape the cultural calendar for the city's residents.
The center is located at Plaza San Agustin and accessible most days with evening hours available for visitors. Plan your visit keeping in mind that hours vary on Sundays compared to weekday times.
The top floor houses a dedicated origami museum displaying works assembled through connections with masters like Akira Yoshizawa. This collection showcases the techniques and heritage of this Japanese art form within a Spanish cultural center.
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