Museu Valencià de la Il·lustració i de la Modernitat, Contemporary art museum in central Valencia, Spain
The Valencian Museum of Enlightenment and Modernity is an art institution in central Valencia presenting works from the 18th century to today. The building houses a permanent exhibition with audiovisual elements across different sections.
The building sits on the former grounds of the Hospital of the Innocents, a medical facility that occupied the site for centuries. Its transformation into an art institution took place in 2001 under architect Guillermo Vázquez Consuegra.
The name reflects the Enlightenment and Modernity, two movements that shaped European thought and creativity. Visitors encounter how these ideas appear in art, science, and philosophy throughout the rooms.
The museum occupies multiple buildings spread across central Valencia, so visitors should plan accordingly when exploring. Allow time to move between different sections and to experience the audiovisual presentations fully.
A medieval tower from the era of King James I is integrated into the museum structure and received cultural heritage status in 2007. This ancient tower shows the layers of urban history woven throughout the building.
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