With a ticket to the Joaquín Díaz Foundation, you'll discover a fascinating corner of traditional and popular Spanish culture in Urueña as you explore an important 18th-century mansion.
Why Visit the Joaquín Díaz Foundation?
If you're passionate about history and popular traditions, a visit to the Joaquín Díaz Foundation is the perfect plan in Urueña. Located in the emblematic Casona de la Mayorazga, you'll enter a world full of art and folklore.
At the beginning of your visit, you'll receive information to explore the different rooms on your own and at your own pace. Can you imagine what everyday life was like centuries ago in Spain?
You can explore an impressive collection of traditional musical instruments: from bagpipes to lutes, each piece tells a story and reflects the richness of Spanish popular music.
As well as that, you'll discover the pliegos de cordel, small publications full of illustrations and texts that circulated in the markets and fairs of yesteryear. These documents are a testimony to the literature and culture of past eras.
The library is another of the treasures awaiting you at the Joaquín Díaz Foundation. With a large collection of books and manuscripts about traditional culture, this space is ideal for lovers of history and research. The foundation also houses a collection of bells and pictures of traditional costumes.
Although the visit is estimated to last 30 minutes, you can stay for as long as you like.
Joaquín Díaz Foundation Opening Hours
The Joaquín Díaz Foundation is open at the following times:
- Tuesday to Friday: 10 am to 2 pm and 4 pm to 7 pm
- Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10 am to 2 pm
Final admission is 30 minutes before closing time.