Málaga Holy Week Museum Association Extends Celebrated Trinitarian Sisters Embroidery Exhibition
An exhibition highlighting a century of textile artistry and social history in Málaga has been extended. Originally scheduled for a shorter run, Hermanas Trinitarias en Málaga: 100 años tejiendo esperanza (Trinitarian Sisters in Málaga: 100 Years Weaving Hope) will now remain open to the public until June 20, 2026.
Housed at the exhibition space of the Agrupación de Cofradías de Semana Santa de Málaga, which manages the city's Holy Week museum heritage, the showcase has already drawn over 1,400 visitors since its debut on May 7, 2026. The decision to extend the dates was made possible through the collaboration of local brotherhoods, private collectors, and institutions that agreed to loan these delicate historic pieces for an additional period. The exhibition is supported by the Fundación Unicaja.
What to Expect at the Málaga Embroidery Exhibition
The exhibition provides an in-depth look at the profound artistic impact of the Trinitarian Sisters’ embroidery workshop on Málaga's religious celebrations during the 20th century. Visitors can examine a curated collection of processional items, historical documents, and original workshop tools that illustrate how the workshop helped restore and enrich the region's ceremonial heritage.
Key highlights on display include two grand processional capes:
- The mantle of María Santísima de la Estrella
- The mantle of Nuestra Señora del Mayor Dolor, belonging to the Reales Cofradías Fusionadas
Additionally, the display features exquisite pieces loaned from prominent local brotherhoods, such as Pollinica, Zamarrilla, la Sentencia, los Estudiantes, and the Archicofradía del Pobre y Esperanza from nearby Vélez-Málaga. A highly unique mantle crafted for the Virgen de los Remedios, the patron saint of Cártama, is also featured.
Beyond finished garments, the exhibition reserves space for the creative process itself. Visitors can view original sketches, design patterns, and preliminary works preserved by private collectors.
A Century of Craftsmanship and Social Legacy
The event does more than display sacred art; it also charts the history of the Congregation of Trinitarian Sisters from its initial founding in Madrid in 1885 to its arrival in Málaga in 1925. Parallel to their meticulous textile work, the sisters established a vital social mission dedicated to supporting young women facing vulnerable circumstances in the city.
Curated by Alejandro Cerezo Ortigosa, president of the Culture Commission for the Agrupación de Cofradías, the exhibition features specialized conservation and mounting design by Estudio Santa Conserva, led by experts José María Muñoz-Poy Sánchez and Rafael Aguilera Casado.
Planning Your Visit to the Exhibition
If you are planning to experience this unique display of Málaga's living heritage, keep the following practical details in mind:
- Admission: Entry is completely free of charge.
- Opening Hours: Monday through Friday from 18:00 to 21:00. On Saturdays, the venue opens for both morning and evening sessions, from 11:00 to 14:00 and from 18:00 to 21:00.
- Location: The exhibition hall is located at the central headquarters of the Agrupación de Cofradías.
To discover more cultural events and displays currently running in the city, explore the Málaga exhibitions list or discover more historic spaces with our Málaga museum guide. Keep exploring the city's rich artistic landscape with Musemap (musemap.art).
