Museo Etnológico de Barcelona, Ethnology museum in Montjuïc district, Barcelona, Spain.
Museo Etnológico is a museum in Barcelona that displays ethnographic and archaeological collections from five continents organized by thematic exhibitions. The building itself features hexagonal modules that divide the exhibition space into distinct sections.
The museum was created in 1962 from the merger of the Museum of Popular Industries and Arts with the Ethnological Museum. This combination allowed for expanded collections and a broader perspective on human cultures.
The permanent exhibition presents six large objects symbolizing different cultural domains, surrounded by artifacts representing how diverse communities shape their world. Visitors can see how these pieces reflect the ways people express themselves through material culture.
The museum is open throughout the week with different hours on weekdays and weekends, making it accessible to various visitor schedules. Visiting on weekday mornings tends to be less crowded than afternoons or weekends.
The interior courtyards feature statues of Barcelona giants that were created in 1984 and represent local traditions. These figures showcase artistic techniques rooted in the region's heritage and add a distinctive layer to the museum experience.
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