Gift Art
About This Museum
People often wander into Gift Art looking for a memento of Constantine, but they leave with a story. It's less a formal museum and more a vibrant cultural stop, tucked away where the air smells of the nearby spice market. You'll find contemporary Algerian artists here, their work speaking in bold colors and textures that feel both modern and deeply rooted in this ancient city. It’s the kind of place that reminds you art isn't just for grand halls; it's alive in the shops and streets.
Collection Highlights
Look for the stunning textile pieces woven with traditional Berber symbols given a contemporary twist, and small-batch pottery glazed in mesmerizing blues that mimic the Rhumel Gorge. The rotating displays of local photography capturing daily life in the Casbah are always a conversation starter.
Visitor Information
It's easy to miss the entrance, so keep an eye out for the bright blue door just off Place des Martyrs. They keep local hours, so mornings are best before the afternoon siesta.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a restored Ottoman-era building with a classic whitewashed stone facade, its humble exterior gives way to an interior with high, beamed ceilings and cool tile floors—a perfect, quiet contrast to the bustling street outside.
Contact & Location
Address: Constantine ⵇⵙⴻⵟⵉⵏⴰ قسنطينة, Daïra Constantine, Constantine, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر
Phone: +213 551 96 35 59
