Gaudí Centre facts for kids
The Gaudí Centre in Reus, Spain.
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| Established | 27 April 2007 |
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| Location | Plaça del Mercadal, Reus, Spain |
| Type | biographical museum and cultural centre |
The Gaudí Centre is a special museum in the city of Reus, Catalonia, Spain. It's all about the life and work of the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí i Cornet. Think of it as a place where you can dive into Gaudí's amazing imagination and see how he came up with his unique ideas.
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History of the Centre
The building that is now the Gaudí Centre used to be a bank and, before that, a toy store. In 2002, on the 150th anniversary of Gaudí's birth, a project began to turn it into a museum. Architects Joan Sibina, Toshiake Tange, and Gabriel Bosques designed the new space. A company called Sono Tecnologia Audiovisual was in charge of creating the cool exhibits with lots of sounds and videos.
The Gaudí Centre officially opened on April 27, 2007. It is located in Plaça del Mercadal, the main city square. This is a busy spot right next to the town hall and other beautiful historic buildings like Casa Navàs and Casa Pinyol.
Locals sometimes call the centre the "Gaudí Casket" because it holds the treasures of Gaudí's life and work. He is considered the city's "beloved son." Inside, you can see some of his handwritten notebooks and copies of his models and famous creations.
Architecture and Design
The museum has three floors of exhibits, covering an area of 1,200 square meters. It uses modern technology with sounds and visuals to make the experience fun and interactive. Because of its location and importance, it's often called the "entry door" to the city of Reus.
The centre keeps up with technology. In 2008, it launched a website that allowed people to take a virtual tour. In 2010, more multimedia features were added to the exhibits. The building is also energy-efficient. In 2018, its lighting was updated to an LED system, which saves about 70% on electricity.
What to See and Do
The Gaudí Centre is designed to be exciting for everyone, especially kids and teenagers. It uses your senses to help you understand Gaudí's creative genius. The museum provides audio guides in different languages to help you explore.
Exploring the Floors
The museum's exhibits are spread across three floors, each with a different theme:
- First Floor: "Gaudí and Reus"
This floor is all about Gaudí's early life. You can see his original notes and documents, and learn about his connection to his hometown of Reus.
- Second Floor: "Gaudí the Innovator"
Here, you'll discover where Gaudí got his ideas. The exhibits show how nature inspired his work. You can see and touch models that explain his clever building techniques.
- Third Floor: "Gaudí and the Universe"
This floor is a celebration of Gaudí's most famous works. There is a big audiovisual show and a film called "Invitation to the world of Gaudí." You can also see models of the incredible buildings that made him a world-famous architect.
Visiting the Centre
The Gaudí Centre is open from 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, the hours are from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Admission for adults is 9 euros, and for students, it is 5 euros. Children eight years old and younger can enter for free. The centre also offers guided tours of other historic sites in Reus.
See also
In Spanish: Gaudí Centre para niños
- Modernisme
- List of single-artist museums
