Casa del Lector, Literary cultural center in Arganzuela district, Madrid, Spain
Casa del Lector spans eight thousand square meters across multiple warehouses, offering dedicated spaces for reading, exhibitions, and educational activities within Matadero Madrid.
The center opened in 2012 as part of the Germán Sánchez Ruipérez Foundation initiative to establish an international research facility for reading development.
The facility integrates literary experiences with visual arts through exhibitions, conferences, and performances that connect readers with creators and professionals.
Visitors can access the center via Legazpi metro station on lines 3 and 6, with operating hours from Tuesday to Friday 4 PM to 8 PM and weekends 11 AM to 8 PM.
The center conducts applied research on modern reading practices while organizing tournaments and workshops that combine literature with theatrical elements.
Location: Madrid
Website: https://casalector.fundaciongsr.org
GPS coordinates: 40.39276,-3.69824
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:10
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