Museo Africano Mundo Negro
Museum of the Comboni Missionaries (Misioneros Combonianos) with African masks, ritual statues and musical instruments; guided visits, free of charge.
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About the museum
The Museo Africano Mundo Negro is located in the Madrid headquarters of the Comboni Missionaries, on Calle de Arturo Soria. According to Madrid tourist guides, it was created around 1985 on the initiative of the congregation. Its collection comes from the places where the missionaries are present in Africa, from private donations and from some purchases.
The route is a journey across the continent. Maps explain African prehistory, ancient kingdoms and empires, and the languages and peoples of Africa. Alongside them are weapons, musical instruments, statues, figures, masks, religious objects, items of clothing and everyday adornments, complemented by photographs and engravings that place the pieces in their geographic and historical context.
The collection of masks and the ritual statuary are considered especially valuable. Visits are always guided, and the museum also runs activities for schools, such as a storytelling session for early childhood pupils.
Highlights
- Collection of African masks
- Statues and ritual figures
- Musical instruments, weapons and everyday objects
- Sculpture “Maternidad yoruba”
- Maps on African prehistory, kingdoms and peoples
Permanent exhibition
- Colección permanente – Journey through Africa with maps, masks, ritual statues, musical instruments, weapons and objects of everyday life.
- Founded
- 1985
- Operated by
- Misioneros Combonianos
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Visits are always guided and free of charge. The storytelling session for early childhood pupils (ages 3 to 5) has a contribution of €1 per pupil.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
For early childhood pupils (ages 3, 4 and 5) a storytelling session is offered, with a contribution of €1 per pupil.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Arturo Soria
Metro: line 4, Arturo Soria station. Bus: lines 11, 70, 114, 122 and 201.
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Visits are by guided tour only. Group visits (Monday to Friday) must be booked in advance; on Sundays there is a guided tour at 11:30. |
