Bab Merican (drouj Merican)
About This Museum
You might not expect to find a piece of America tucked away on a quiet street in Tangier, but Bab Merican is exactly that. This isn't a grand, intimidating institution; it feels more like stepping into the eclectic home of a fascinating local historian. The air is thick with stories, each object whispering tales of cross-cultural exchange. It’s a wonderfully personal and slightly chaotic love letter to an unexpected connection between Morocco and the United States.
Collection Highlights
Look for the vintage Coca-Cola signs in Arabic script next to classic American rock and roll LPs. You'll find everything from old Hollywood film posters to a collection of mid-century postcards sent home by bewildered American tourists.
Visitor Information
It's on Rue d'Amerique—fittingly—and operates more on local charm than rigid schedules, so it's best to ask around for opening times when you're in the neighborhood.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a traditional Moroccan house with a simple, unassuming white facade that gives no hint of the treasures within, it feels authentically Tangier.
Contact & Location
Address: طنجة, Pachalik de Tanger باشوية طنجة, Préfecture de Tanger-Assilah عمالة طنجة-أصيلة, Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma ⵟⴰⵏⵊ-ⵟⵉⵜⴰⵡⵉⵏ-ⵍⵃⵓⵙⵉⵎⴰ طنجة تطوان الحسيمة, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب
Phone: +212 658-841141
