Clothing Museum, Madrid

The Clothing Museum traces the history of the costumes of the Spanish people right from the 18th century right to the 21st century. The exhibition is divided into various segments, each representing a distinct time period. Other galleries deals with specialized themes. The museum is popularly known as Traje Museum.

Address of the Clothing Museum in Madrid: 2, Avenue Juan de Herrara.
28040 Madrid

Interesting Collections: Learn how garments have changed with the change of time in Spain. Traditional garments from every region in Spain are on display as well as the contemporary fashionable clothes that are in vogue today. There are clothes by celebrated designers like Fortuny, Balenciaga, Pertegaz, Hannibal Laguna, Ailante and Torretta. There are also exhibitions of accessories from the old times to the present days. There are jewelries, home furnishing items, shoes and gloves of innumerable kinds. This is the only museum in the world that is totally devoted to garments. The garments will give you a valuable insight on the history and culture of Spain. It represents the diverse tastes and habits of the people who have been living here for centuries.

Other facilities: The Museum publishes various interesting catalogues and also has a huge library that can be accessed on request. The library proves to be of great advantage for the researchers. The museum also conducts various interesting activities that help the visitors know the museum better. The environment is pleasant and the visitors would be encouraged to come to the museum again.

What are the times to visit the Museum: The Museum of America in Madrid remains open from 9.30am to 3pm Tuesday to Saturday. On Sundays and other public holidays, the museum gates are open from 10.00am to 3.00pm. It is always closed on Mondays.
Also, the museum is closed on Local Bank Holidays and also on the first of December.