Athletic Club Museoa
The Museo del Athletic Club is housed in San Mamés stadium in Bilbao and displays over 500 items documenting a major Spanish football team's history. The collection spans photographs, trophies, and personal belongings of players, combining historical artifacts with interactive video displays and games.
Athletic Club was founded in 1898 and San Mamés stadium opened in 1913. Both institutions have shaped Bilbao's sports culture and local identity for more than a century.
The museum sits within San Mamés stadium, a space that holds deep meaning for local residents. The team's red and white colors run through the city, reflecting how football shapes community identity and daily conversation.
The museum entrance is located between gates 19 and 20 of the stadium, with elevator and escalator access down to level -2. Plan time to move through different sections at your own pace, as the interactive displays and videos work well for self-guided exploration.
According to local legend, San Mamés is named after a saint who faced lions, which is why the team is called the Lions. The museum includes personal memorabilia that visitors often overlook, such as a taxidermied lion and original equipment from the club's earliest years.
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