Museo Fundación Rafael Alberti
House museum of the poet and painter Rafael Alberti in El Puerto de Santa María, with manuscripts, graphic works and personal objects.
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About the museum
The Fundación Rafael Alberti was established in 1993 to look after the work of the poet and painter, to promote its study and dissemination, and to highlight the importance of the Generation of '27 and the friendship that united its members. Its seat is a white three-storey house of simple Andalusian construction, bright and full of light, where Alberti lived as a child. It is very close to Calle Palacios, where the poet was born.
The house preserves mementos of his childhood, the donation that Alberti made in 1978, together with his first wife, María Teresa León, to his native town, and later additions. To extend the exhibition, El Puerto de Santa María Town Council, the Ministry of Culture, the Junta de Andalucía and the Cádiz Provincial Council bought the neighbouring building.
The permanent exhibition follows the author's life in stages: his childhood in El Puerto, the years in Madrid, the Republic and the Civil War, exile and the return to Spain. Manuscripts, graphic works and personal objects are displayed. The first floor includes a room dedicated to María Teresa León, an audiovisual room and the library.
Highlights
- Childhood home of the poet, on Calle Santo Domingo
- Permanent exhibition on his life, from El Puerto to exile and return
- Manuscripts and personal objects of Alberti
- Graphic works and the game of the oca-toro (goose and bull game)
- Room dedicated to María Teresa León
- Operated by
- Fundación Rafael Alberti
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €2Students, people under 25, unemployed people and pensioners |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 7 · Free admission for children under 8. |
| Students & apprentices | €2Students and people under 25. School groups pay €2 per person. |
| Groups (11+ people) | €3 per personGroups of more than 10 people with general admission: €3 per person. The visit must be requested in advance and await confirmation from the Foundation. |
Free admission for people from El Puerto (portuenses), residents and children under 8. To claim the reduced and free rates, the status must be proven with valid documentation. Tickets are bought at reception, in cash or by card.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Animals are not admitted, except guide dogs.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 7 |
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Free admission for children under 8. School groups of all levels may request a visit.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Audio guide | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography is not permitted inside the museum. |
| Good to know | The website offers an audio guide with the content of the rooms and a virtual visit. School groups (maximum 25 pupils, with two adults) and other groups must request a visit through the form on the website. Smoking, eating and drinking are prohibited on the premises. |
