Gallery Kasbah
About This Museum
Tucked away on Rue Tetouan, Gallery Kasbah feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping into the private salon of a deeply cultured friend. It's a space where the whitewashed walls of the old medina provide a serene backdrop for a vibrant dialogue between traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and bold, contemporary artistic visions. You'll find yourself moving from intricate, antique Berber textiles to striking modern paintings that seem to converse with them across the centuries. The air is quiet, save for the distant seagulls, encouraging slow contemplation.
Collection Highlights
The gallery brilliantly juxtaposes timeless pieces like hand-woven rugs and historic Amazigh jewelry with dynamic works from living artists, such as vivid abstract canvases inspired by the Atlantic coast. A particularly memorable exhibit featured a series of photographs exploring light and shadow within Essaouira's own alleyways.
Visitor Information
It's easy to find on one of the main streets in the kasbah, just a short stroll from the ramparts. Don't be shy about asking questions; the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and seem to genuinely love sharing stories about the art and artists.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic, restored Essaouiran riad with characteristic thick, whitewashed walls and rustic blue doors, it retains an intimate, domestic scale with rooms flowing around a central courtyard.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue de Tétouan, 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 5244-75605
