Can Mario Museum facts for kids
Can Mario Museum is a cool art museum in Palafrugell (Costa Brava). It is part of the Fundació Vila Casas. This museum shows amazing modern sculptures. It opened its doors in 2004. You can see art from the 1960s until today. Many artists from Catalonia have their work here.
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Discover Can Mario Museum
This museum is a special place for art lovers. It is located in Palafrugell, a town on the beautiful Costa Brava. The Fundació Vila Casas created this museum. It focuses on contemporary sculpture. This means you will see art made in recent times.
From Cork Factory to Art Museum
Did you know Can Mario was once a factory? In the early 1900s, it was a cork factory. It belonged to the Miquel & Vincke cork company. Now, this historic building is full of art. It sits in Plaça de Can Mario. You can also find a modern water tower and the Cork Museum nearby.
What You'll See Inside
The museum has a large collection. There are about 220 sculptures on display. These artworks show different styles from the 1960s to now. All the artists were born in Catalonia or live there. It is a great way to see local talent.
Special Art Shows
Besides its main collection, Can Mario Museum hosts new shows every year. These are called temporary exhibitions. They bring fresh art and new artists to the museum. This means there is always something new to discover.
Art Outdoors and Local Artists
Since April 2011, you can enjoy art outside too! Thirty-three sculptures are placed in the Gardens of Can Mario. These are permanent outdoor exhibits. In October 2011, the Empordà Gallery opened inside the museum. This gallery holds special shows for artists from the Empordà region.
See also
In Spanish: Museo Can Mario para niños
