The Museum of Art and History of Durango

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Description

The Durango Museum is housed in a former hospital dating from the 18th century, which was restored and converted into a museum in the 1980s.

It is dedicated to the history and art of the Duranguesado region and has an extensive collection of pieces ranging from prehistory to the present day. Among the most notable works are the 12th-century Romanesque sculptures from the church of Santa María de Uribarri and the collection of contemporary Basque art, with works by artists such as Eduardo Chillida and Jorge Oteiza.

In addition, the museum has a section dedicated to the ethnography and traditions of the area, with objects related to agriculture, livestock and local crafts. There is also a section dedicated to traditional Basque music and a temporary exhibition hall.

The museum is accessible for people with reduced mobility and provides technical aids and specific measures for people with physical, hearing and visual disabilities.

Features and services

The commercial policy regarding people with functional diversity

Is there a special rate for people with functional diversity and/or their companions?
Yes

Specialized support for people with functional diversity

Has staff received specific training in dealing with people with functional diversity?
Yes
Is this staff easy to identify?
No

Communicationo adaptation

Is an internet point with a Jaws voice system available?
No
Are magnetic loop systems available?
Yes
Is information available regarding facilities and services in accessible text?
No
Is information available regarding facilities and services in Braille?
Yes
Does any staff know sign language?
No
Is there an audio guide service?
Yes
Is the work adapted for blind people?
Yes
Is there any means of communication specifically designed for people with functional diversity?
No
Easy to read work information
Yes

Personal Assistance and lending of technical aids

There is a service for lending technical mobility aids
No
Required personal assistance services are available
Yes
Are assistance dogs/guide dogs allowed?
Yes

Environment accessibility

Is the establishment in a location with significant urban barriers or where there are problems to get access to motor vehicles?
No

Parking

Parking available inside
No
Parking available outside
No
Public parking available nearby
No
Parking spaces reserved for PRM in the public space
Yes

Entrance to the establishment

Entrance(s) accessible for PRM
Yes

Indoor circulation

Secondary aisle width of at least 1.20 m
Yes
Floor surface with guiding strips and orientation systems
No

Emergency exit

Does the establishment have evacuation plans in Braille and/or high relief?
No
Does the emergency door have panic bars?
Yes

Information desk

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

Locker

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

Vertical mobility

WC

There is at least 1 service that can be considered as PRM accessible
Yes
Number of adapted services
1
Access door
width of ≥ 0.90 m
Outward opening sliding or swing door
Yes
You can make a 1.50 m circle inside
Yes
Washbasin without a base. 0.80M high
Yes
Adjustable height washbasin
No
Single lever or push button tap
Yes
Toilet height of 0.40 - 0.50 m
Yes
Distress call system
Yes
Call system in the entire WC
No
Free front space of 0.80 x 1.20 m for all toilets
Yes

Conference hall

Access to the venue without barriers
Yes

Observations

Other aspects of interest
Through Gertu Kultura, activities are organised for people at risk of social exclusion or with disabilities. For more information or to register, click on the following link: Gertu Kultura

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