Galerie Jama
About This Museum
Tucked away on Rue Ibn Rochd, Galerie Jama feels less like a shop and more like a quiet sanctuary dedicated to the soul of Moroccan craftsmanship. It’s the kind of place that has absorbed decades of Essaouira's coastal light and artistic energy, with every rug telling a story woven into its fibers. You'll find yourself running your hands over plush, high-pile Beni Ourain blankets in natural creams and blacks, their geometric patterns feeling both ancient and strikingly modern. Then there are the vibrant Boucherouites, spirited rag rugs made from recycled fabric that explode with color and a wonderfully rustic texture. The overall effect is one of warmth and tactile history, a quiet celebration of tradition that feels entirely alive.
Collection Highlights
Plush Beni Ourain rugs in classic cream and black; vibrant, textural Boucherouite rag rugs made from recycled cloth; a curated selection of antique Berber pieces with visible history.
Visitor Information
Don't rush your visit—the owner is often happy to share stories behind the pieces. It's located right in the medina, so it's perfect to weave into a stroll through the old city walls.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic, thick-walled medina building with traditional arched doorways and whitewashed walls that make the textiles' colors truly pop.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue Ibn Rochd زنقة أبن رشد, Medina المدينة, La Kasbah القصبة, Essaouira الصويرة, Pachalik d'Essaouira باشوية الصويرة, Province d'Essaouira ⵍⵉⵇⵍⵉⵎ ⵏ ⵚⵡⵉⵔⴰ إقليم الصويرة, Marrakech-Safi ⵎⵕⵕⴰⴽⵛ-ⴰⵙⴼⵉ مراكش-أسفي, 44103, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب
Phone: +212 670-016429
