Museo Extremeño e Iberoamericano de Arte Contemporáneo
About This Museum
You'd never guess it now, but this place used to be the city's prison, a fact that still seems to whisper from its thick walls. The Museo Extremeño e Iberoamericano de Arte Contemporáneo, or MEIAC, was born from that transformation, creating a powerful dialogue between its stark past and the vibrant, often challenging, contemporary art it now holds. It's a place deeply rooted in the cultural triangle of Spain, Portugal, and Latin America, focusing on the artistic conversations across the Atlantic. Walking through its spacious galleries, you feel that unique Extremaduran light filtering in, illuminating works that are as thought-provoking as the building's own history.
Collection Highlights
Look for the powerful 'El Dorado' series by Luis Costillo, which reimagines mythical quests with a modern, critical eye. The museum also has a fascinating collection of digital and electronic art—one of the first in Spain to embrace the medium—including interactive pieces that will make you stop and play.
Visitor Information
It's right there on Calle Museo, easy to find and usually quite peaceful. Best part? Entry is free, so you can pop in for a quick look or spend an afternoon without a second thought.
Architecture & Building
The building is a masterful blend of brutalist concrete forms and clean, modern lines, all built within and around the old prison's formidable structure; they've even kept one of the original watchtowers as a permanent reminder.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo Extremeño e Iberoamericano de Arte Contemporáneo, Pardaleras, Badajoz, Tierra de Badajoz, Badajoz, Extremadura, España
Phone: +34 924 01 30 60
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