El Matadero in Madrid Spain
Jan 28th, 2009 by apartmentblogger
In 2006 the City Council decided to give the old cattle slaughterhouse in Madrid, which was built in 1910 by architect Luis Bellido, a complete facelift. The council decided to turn it into one of the most avant-garde centres of contemporary art of its time.
El Matadero’s facilities which cover approximately 148,000 square metres are designed to accommodate all types of art: painting, sculpture, photography, design, fashion, concerts, debates, film, architecture, urban design, landscaping, workshops, dance and theatre.
During this period of refurbishment which has been scheduled until 2011, will have four areas open to the public so that visitors can get an idea of what will be the new creative centre of innovation of the Spanish capital.
Apart from this, the Matadero will host important cultural events each year such as the ARCO fair or La Noche en Blanco. In addition to the innovative exhibitions and activities offered by El Matadero, the building itself gives off a unique and special charm. It currently has 4 spaces that can be visited and that will not fail to impress any curious visitor who dares to approach. The most striking area is the old refrigerator in which the artists have to adapt their work in an area with very specific characteristics.
Also, you can visit the Naves del Español or “Spanish Ships” – three ships dedicated to the performing arts, “Intermediae,” an area dedicated to creation, and “Design Centre”, a ship dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of design. And when the warm weather arrives, the outdoor patio is perhaps one of the best bars and restaurants in the city. What more could we ask for? Art, culture, drinks and an intellectual atmosphere in one of the most historical buildings in Madrid.
El Matadero is located in the working class district of Legazpi, close to the Manzanares River and away from the downtown area and tourist district of Madrid. However, this is the intention of the Madrid City Council; to develop the artistic potential of other Madrid neighborhoods in the city and transform them into centres of interest.
The centre is open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 a.m to 21:00p.m and Sunday from 10:00a.m to 15:00p.m. If you plan to use the Metro system the stop closest to the Matadero is called Legazpi. If you are going by train then the closest stop is called Ambassadors.
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