Casa del Carnaval, Carnival museum in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Casa del Carnaval is a museum in Santa Cruz de Tenerife dedicated to the city's carnival tradition, with around 1,100 square meters of exhibition space displaying costumes, artifacts, and multimedia installations. The space is organized into three exhibition halls where visitors can explore different aspects of the festival.
The museum opened on June 28, 2017, preserving the legacy of Santa Cruz de Tenerife's carnival celebrations through a collection of posters dating back to the 1960s. These early materials form the foundation for understanding how the festival has evolved over the decades.
The museum displays statues of former carnival queens and the sculpture 'Renacida', which became the main carnival trophy in 2018. These works help visitors understand how the carnival tradition has shaped local identity over time.
The museum is open daily and visitors can explore the exhibitions at their own pace, with audio guides and descriptions available in multiple languages. For those seeking more detail, guided tours are offered that provide deeper insight into the festival's history and significance.
The venue includes a documentation center for researchers, housing extensive archival materials on the carnival. Visitors can also use digital applications to virtually try on carnival costumes and experience the festival atmosphere.
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