Casa Roig Museum facts for kids
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Casa Roig
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Casa Roig in 2020
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| Location | 66 Antonio López Street Humacao, Puerto Rico |
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| Built | 1920 |
| Architect | Antonin Nechodoma |
| Architectural style | Prairie School |
| Restored | 1984 |
| NRHP reference No. | 77001550 |
| Added to NRHP | November 17, 1977 |
The Casa Roig Museum is a special old house in Humacao, Puerto Rico. It is now a historic house museum and an art gallery. A famous architect named Antonin Nechodoma designed it in 1920. He built it for a rich sugar planter named Antonio Roig.
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About Casa Roig
Casa Roig was built in 1920. It shows off a unique style called the Prairie School. This style was popular in the early 1900s.
A Special Design
The house has a cross shape when you look at it from above. It has two main floors and a basement. The design was inspired by famous architects like Louis Sullivan and especially Frank Lloyd Wright. Antonin Nechodoma was a Czech architect who lived in Puerto Rico. Casa Roig is one of his best works. It is also the only house he designed that is still complete today.
Built to Last
The house is made of strong concrete and wood. It has beautiful decorations inside. You can see colorful stained glass windows and detailed mosaics. These features make the house very special.
From Home to Museum
The Roig family lived in the house until 1956. After that, it stayed empty for many years.
A New Purpose
On August 13, 1977, the family gave the house to the University of Puerto Rico. The university decided to fix up and protect the building. Architects Otto Reyes and Tom Marvel worked for 10 years to restore it.
Open to Everyone
Casa Roig opened its doors to the public in 1989. Since then, it has been a place where people can learn about the Prairie School style. It also serves as a center for art and culture.
A Historic Landmark
Casa Roig is considered a very important building. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1977. This means it is officially recognized for its historical value.
Facing Challenges
In September 2017, Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico. The museum's roof was damaged during the storm.
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Casa Roig in 2010
See also
In Spanish: Museo Casa Roig para niños
- Palmira López de Pereyó House: another building in Humacao with the Prairie School style
- National Register of Historic Places listings in eastern Puerto Rico
