A journey through the cultural diversity of Bilbao Bizkaia
In Bilbao Bizkaia, where history and culture intertwine in a vibrant tapestry, the museums are beacons of knowledge, providing a window into the past, present and future of Bilbao Bizkaia.
Ready to embark on an exciting tour of some of some lesser-known but equally important museums, if not more?
Each museum offers an enriching and revealing experience.
The Rialia Museum: A journey back in time to industrial life
Entering the Rialia Museum is to immerse oneself in the history that forged Bilbao Bizkaia. With a permanent exhibition that traces the fascinating legacy of Altos Hornos de Bizkaia, this museum captivates with its focus on the fusion of the historical and the artistic.
From towering blast furnaces to the small tools deftly wielded by skilled workers, each object tells a story of tenacity and creativity.
In addition, the space for temporary exhibitions adds a unique dynamism, hosting works by local artists as well as industrial and maritime-themed works.
The Simón Bolívar Museum: The legacy of a Latin American hero in the Basque Country
On the coastal route of the Camino de Santiago, the Simón Bolívar Museum stands as a beacon of history and culture. Through its collections, this museum recreates the medieval life of the people of Biscay, transporting visitors to a time of knights and legends.
However, its most precious jewel is the narrative on the life and work of Simón Bolívar, the South American hero whose legacy transcends borders and time. It is here that local history intertwines with global events, reminding us of how peoples have been linked throughout history
Ferreria El Pobal: Forging traditions and heritage
Nestled in the municipality of Muskiz, the Ferrería de El Pobal emerges as a living testament to the tradition of iron craftsmanship. This water-powered forge transports us to an era in which the force of water moved the machinery and human skill shaped the metal.
From the Casa Palacio, which hosts a fascinating exhibition about mills and houses a small bread oven, to the forge itself with its imposing structures, every corner tells a story of hard work and passion for the craft.
The Mining Museum: Get to know the industrial past of Bilbao Bizkaia
The Mining Museum of the Basque Country is a tribute to the men and women whose work shaped the landscape and identity of the region. With an impressive collection of mining tools and artefacts, this museum immerses us in the bowels of the earth, where darkness and toil intertwine in a dance of survival and progress.
Wagons, hammers and many more objects remind us of the courage and determination of those who dedicated their lives to extracting the treasures hidden underground.
Exploring further
But the journey through the museums of Bilbao Bizkaia does not stop here: The Gernika Peace Museum pays tribute to the memory of a people marked by war, the Txakolingunea unravels the ancestral art of txakoli making, the Agurtza Boat Museum invites us inside a boat that has witnessed countless stories of sailors and fishermen, and the La Encartada Museum immerses us in the textile wealth of the region, reminding us of the transforming power of industry.
These museums and many more teleport us through time and space to places where history comes alive and the present intertwines with the future. So, will you join us on this exciting journey?
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Carnival of Mundaka
- 1 march · 4 march
- Mundaka
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Japan Weekend Bilbao
- 22 february · 22 february
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Bilbao Carnival
- 27 february · 4 march
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Bilbao Surf Film Festival
- 20 february · 20 february
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Gutun Zuria Bilbao. International Literature Festival
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Eusko Label Winter Series 2024-2025
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Leticia Paschetta. Foggy Playscapes.
- 17 december · 2 march
- Azkuna Zentroa
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