Museum of Moroccan Elegance / Musée de l'Élégance Marocaine
About This Museum
Tucked away in a restored Marrakech riad, the Museum of Moroccan Elegance feels less like an institution and more like stepping into a cherished family home. It tells the quiet story of Moroccan style, not through grand historical narratives, but through the intimate details of daily life. You'll find yourself lingering over a cabinet of antique silver fibulae, once used to fasten the heavy wool haiks of Atlas Mountain women. The air is cool and scented with old cedarwood, with sunlight filtering through mashrabiya screens to dance on the intricate zellij floors.
Collection Highlights
Look for the stunning early 20th-century 'Keswa El Kebira' ceremonial caftan from Fes, its gold thread embroidery so dense it stands stiff. Another favorite is a beautifully preserved 'Mendil,' a silk and metal-thread headscarf from Tetouan that shows a stunning blend of Andalusian influence.
Visitor Information
It's on Rue Kaat Benahid in the Derb El Khamsi area—keep an eye out for the discreet sign. The space is intimate, so it never feels crowded, making it a perfect peaceful retreat from the buzz of the medina.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a traditional riad centered around a peaceful courtyard with a small fountain, featuring classic elements like soaring arched doorways, ornate plasterwork, and a beautiful wooden moucharabieh gallery overlooking the central space.
Contact & Location
Address: Marrakech ⵎⵕⵕⴰⴽⵯⵛ مراكش, Pachalik de Marrakech, Préfecture de Marrakech عمالة مراكش, Marrakech-Safi ⵎⵕⵕⴰⴽⵛ-ⴰⵙⴼⵉ مراكش-أسفي, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب
Phone: +212 664-096004
Website: Visit Website
