CaixaForum_Madrid

CaixaForum Madrid

CaixaForum Madrid

Museum in Madrid, Spain


CaixaForum Madrid is a cultural center in Madrid, Spain. Located in Paseo del Prado in a former power station, it is owned by the not-for-profit banking foundation "la Caixa". The art center opened its doors in 2008 and it hosts temporary art exhibitions and cultural events.

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The cultural center was designed by the Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron and built by Ferrovial between 2001 and 2007.[1] It was an old power station called Central Del Mediodía, from the 1900s. The Vertical Garden by Patrick Blanc at the square is also well-known.

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References

  1. "CaixaForum Madrid". Herzog & de Meuron. Retrieved 1 November 2018.

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