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Museum of the Americas: Exhibitions

Discover the rotating displays on American history and ethnography in Madrid.

The Museum of the Americas in Madrid regularly hosts special exhibitions, adding new perspectives to its extensive collections. These curated displays often explore specific topics in American history and ethnography, highlighting unique Pre-Columbian artifacts or colonial-era art. Find out what types of temporary shows enhance your visit.

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7 exhibitions on now
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Watercolor illustration of a museum exhibition featuring a large purple map of the Americas and a wide screen displaying historical scenes of settlement and cultural development.
Permanent exhibition

Explore 'The Reality of America' Permanent Exhibition at the Museum of the Americas

Discover cultural evolution and settlement patterns across the American continent.

This exhibition details the chronological development of America's diverse cultures and racial mixtures. See how human settlement patterns shaped the continent's rich heritage, presented through engaging mock-ups and projections at the Museum of the Americas.

The Reality of America
Watercolor illustration of the 'Knowing about America' exhibition at the Museum of the Americas, featuring historical maps, globes, scientific instruments, and artistic renderings depicting early exploration and perception of the Americas.
Permanent exhibition

Knowing about America: Historical Perception Exhibition at the Museum of the Americas

Discover myths, chronicles, and cartography shaping America's image.

Explore how the American continent was observed and understood through time. This permanent exhibition reveals the blend of myth, historical accounts, and early scientific exploration that defined its image. Discover the instruments and art that shaped perception at the Museum of the Americas.

Knowing about America
Watercolor illustration of a museum display featuring ancient ritual objects, including carved figures, pottery, and ceremonial items, representing Indigenous and colonial religious practices.
Permanent exhibition

Religion: Indigenous Myths, Rituals, and Colonial Spirituality at Museum of the Americas

Discover ancient spiritual beliefs and ritual objects from the Americas.

Delve into the permanent 'Religion' exhibition, focusing on the supernatural connections forged by societies through centuries. Witness ritual objects and learn about Indigenous deities, sacred sites, and the influences of European colonization on spiritual practices and beliefs.

Religion Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of women in aprons, representing domestic workers, displayed in a museum gallery setting with historical artifacts and a sign reading 'New Room'.
From Apr 30, 2026

Eulogia Merle's "Cama adentro" Exhibition at the Museum of America

Exploring migrant women's lives and colonial history through contemporary art.

This temporary exhibition by Eulogia Merle features compelling portraits and art pieces. It confronts the silent narratives of migrant domestic workers, creating a critical dialogue with the museum's colonial past. Discover a powerful social commentary.

Cama adentro Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of a museum exhibit titled 'Origins of Written Communication in the Americas,' featuring ancient pictograms, codices like the Tro-Cortesiano and Tudela, and glyphic systems on stone tablets and an open book.

Communication Exhibition at Museum of the Americas: Explore Ancient Writing Systems

A permanent display exploring expression across American cultures.

Delve into the fascinating history of communication in the Americas. This exhibition traces the evolution of written language from primitive pictographies to the rich symbolism of codices and glyphic systems.

Communication Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of ancient American dwellings, artifacts, and symbols of power, representing diverse indigenous societies and their daily lives.

Society: A Permanent Exhibition on American Societies at the Museum of the Americas

Exploring the cultural evolution and social structures of American civilizations.

Explore 'Society', a permanent exhibition that uncovers the daily lives, economies, and social hierarchies of American societies. Understand their evolution from tribal groups to complex states through compelling artifacts and displays. This offers deep insights into human organization and cultural heritage.

Society Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of intricately decorated Novohispanic lacquered bateas (bowls and platters) displayed in a museum gallery, highlighting indigenous and Asian influences.
May 22, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026

Bateas novohispanas Exhibition: Cultural Crossroads at Museo de América

Showcasing indigenous artistry and global cultural fusion in lacquered bateas.

Explore the rich historical, social, and artistic meaning of Novohispanic lacquered bateas. This exhibition highlights indigenous craftsmanship and the fascinating fusion of Asian and Western traditions. It's free to visit, so plan your cultural exploration.

Bateas Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of indigenous Mexican characters in traditional attire, representing the '68 voces, 68 corazones' exhibition, set in a museum gallery with cultural artifacts and animated storytelling screens.
Mar 11, 2026 – Apr 12, 2026

68 voces, 68 corazones: Mexican Indigenous Languages Exhibition at Museum of America

Discover animated oral narratives preserving Mexican indigenous cultural heritage.

This exhibition highlights the '68 voces, 68 corazones' project, featuring captivating animations. Based on oral narratives, these stories help strengthen and promote Mexican indigenous languages. Explore this unique cultural initiative.

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Current and ongoing exhibitions
What you can see right now at Museum of the Americas
Browse ongoing exhibitions currently available at Museum of the Americas, including active installations and permanent displays open to visitors in Madrid.
Watercolor illustration of a museum exhibition featuring a large purple map of the Americas and a wide screen displaying historical scenes of settlement and cultural development.
Permanent exhibition

Explore 'The Reality of America' Permanent Exhibition at the Museum of the Americas

Discover cultural evolution and settlement patterns across the American continent.

This exhibition details the chronological development of America's diverse cultures and racial mixtures. See how human settlement patterns shaped the continent's rich heritage, presented through engaging mock-ups and projections at the Museum of the Americas.

The Reality of America
Watercolor illustration of the 'Knowing about America' exhibition at the Museum of the Americas, featuring historical maps, globes, scientific instruments, and artistic renderings depicting early exploration and perception of the Americas.
Permanent exhibition

Knowing about America: Historical Perception Exhibition at the Museum of the Americas

Discover myths, chronicles, and cartography shaping America's image.

Explore how the American continent was observed and understood through time. This permanent exhibition reveals the blend of myth, historical accounts, and early scientific exploration that defined its image. Discover the instruments and art that shaped perception at the Museum of the Americas.

Knowing about America
Watercolor illustration of a museum display featuring ancient ritual objects, including carved figures, pottery, and ceremonial items, representing Indigenous and colonial religious practices.
Permanent exhibition

Religion: Indigenous Myths, Rituals, and Colonial Spirituality at Museum of the Americas

Discover ancient spiritual beliefs and ritual objects from the Americas.

Delve into the permanent 'Religion' exhibition, focusing on the supernatural connections forged by societies through centuries. Witness ritual objects and learn about Indigenous deities, sacred sites, and the influences of European colonization on spiritual practices and beliefs.

Religion Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of women in aprons, representing domestic workers, displayed in a museum gallery setting with historical artifacts and a sign reading 'New Room'.
From Apr 30, 2026

Eulogia Merle's "Cama adentro" Exhibition at the Museum of America

Exploring migrant women's lives and colonial history through contemporary art.

This temporary exhibition by Eulogia Merle features compelling portraits and art pieces. It confronts the silent narratives of migrant domestic workers, creating a critical dialogue with the museum's colonial past. Discover a powerful social commentary.

Cama adentro Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of a museum exhibit titled 'Origins of Written Communication in the Americas,' featuring ancient pictograms, codices like the Tro-Cortesiano and Tudela, and glyphic systems on stone tablets and an open book.

Communication Exhibition at Museum of the Americas: Explore Ancient Writing Systems

A permanent display exploring expression across American cultures.

Delve into the fascinating history of communication in the Americas. This exhibition traces the evolution of written language from primitive pictographies to the rich symbolism of codices and glyphic systems.

Communication Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of ancient American dwellings, artifacts, and symbols of power, representing diverse indigenous societies and their daily lives.

Society: A Permanent Exhibition on American Societies at the Museum of the Americas

Exploring the cultural evolution and social structures of American civilizations.

Explore 'Society', a permanent exhibition that uncovers the daily lives, economies, and social hierarchies of American societies. Understand their evolution from tribal groups to complex states through compelling artifacts and displays. This offers deep insights into human organization and cultural heritage.

Society Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of intricately decorated Novohispanic lacquered bateas (bowls and platters) displayed in a museum gallery, highlighting indigenous and Asian influences.
May 22, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026

Bateas novohispanas Exhibition: Cultural Crossroads at Museo de América

Showcasing indigenous artistry and global cultural fusion in lacquered bateas.

Explore the rich historical, social, and artistic meaning of Novohispanic lacquered bateas. This exhibition highlights indigenous craftsmanship and the fascinating fusion of Asian and Western traditions. It's free to visit, so plan your cultural exploration.

Bateas Exhibition
Past exhibitions archive
Recently completed shows at Museum of the Americas
Review past exhibitions from Museum of the Americas to understand previous themes, curatorial direction, and the museum’s recent program history in Madrid.
Watercolor illustration of visitors viewing photographs in an exhibition, with text highlighting historical and contemporary discrimination, resilience, and resistance of indigenous trans women in the Americas.
Apr 9, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Nación Trans: Antonio López Díaz's Project on Indigenous Trans Women's Resilience

A powerful photography exhibition on gender identity and colonial impact.

Explore Antonio López Díaz's 'Nación Trans,' a photographic journey into the lives of indigenous trans women. The project uncovers historical discrimination from colonization and celebrates their vibrant strategies of resistance.

Nación Trans Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of indigenous Mexican characters in traditional attire, representing the '68 voces, 68 corazones' exhibition, set in a museum gallery with cultural artifacts and animated storytelling screens.
Mar 11, 2026 – Apr 12, 2026

68 voces, 68 corazones: Mexican Indigenous Languages Exhibition at Museum of America

Discover animated oral narratives preserving Mexican indigenous cultural heritage.

This exhibition highlights the '68 voces, 68 corazones' project, featuring captivating animations. Based on oral narratives, these stories help strengthen and promote Mexican indigenous languages. Explore this unique cultural initiative.

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Museum of the Americas: Visitor Info & Overview

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