Museum of Contemporary Art
About This Museum
Tucked away in the old Kasbah, the Museum of Contemporary Art feels more like a well-kept secret than a formal institution. It breathes with the spirit of Tangier itself—a place where Mediterranean light meets Atlantic winds and centuries of creative cross-pollination. You won't find dusty relics here; instead, the museum pulses with the vibrant, sometimes challenging, work of modern Moroccan and international artists. It’s a space that captures the city's enduring role as a muse.
Collection Highlights
The galleries are a journey through Morocco's visual soul since independence, featuring bold abstract paintings by Ahmed Yacoubi and haunting mixed-media pieces by Farid Belkahia. One room might be filled with the intricate textile work of Chaibia Talal, while another surprises you with a provocative video installation from a rising European artist.
Visitor Information
Come when the afternoon sun slants through the arched windows—it’s pure magic. The staff are wonderfully knowledgeable locals who love to share stories about the art if you ask. Don't rush; the real pleasure is in wandering between the ancient walls and the modern creations they hold.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century Dar (a traditional Moroccan townhouse), it features classic elements like a central courtyard with a fountain, intricate zellij tilework, and cool, shaded rooms branching off from the main hall.
Contact & Location
Address: متحف محمد السادس للفن الحديث والمعاصر, Avenue Moulay Al Hassan شارع مولاي الحسن, Océan ⵍⵎⵓⵃⵉⵟ المحيط, Arrondissement Hassan مقاطعة حسان, Rabat ⵔⴱⴰⵟ الرباط, باشوية الرباط, Préfecture de Rabat عمالة الرباط, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra ⵔⴱⴰⵟ-ⵙⵍⴰ-ⵇⵏⵉⵟⵔⴰ الرباط-سلا-القنيطرة, 10020, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب
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