The Latin American Craft Museum of Tenerife is in a former Canarian house in La Orotava, with a collection spanning crafts from Latin America, Spain and the Canary Islands. Inside, you’ll find musical instruments, pottery, textiles, jewellery and traditional clothing, with explanations alongside the exhibits. The courtyard adds displays connected with agriculture and gardening, while the building’s architecture and old bell tower are part of the visit too. Look for the tower when finding the museum, which sits away from central La Orotava.
Crafts from Latin America and the Canary Islands
The museum’s collection brings together objects connected with craft traditions from Latin America, Spain and the Canary Islands. Exhibits include musical instruments, pottery, textiles, jewellery and clothing, alongside tools and techniques for sewing, weaving and masonry.
Explanations accompany the displays, giving context to the objects and the traditions they represent. The range makes it possible to move between materials, practical skills and cultural dress in one visit.
The former convent and courtyard
The museum is housed in the former convent of San Benito Abad, a historic building in La Orotava. Its old bell tower is a useful landmark when approaching the museum, which is set away from the town centre.
The courtyard has its own exhibits, including displays related to agriculture and gardening. On Tuesdays, embroidery artisans work on site; other craft activities may also take place, so check ahead if you are hoping to see a demonstration.
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Where is the Latin American Craft Museum of Tenerife?
It is at C. Tomás Zerolo, 34, in La Orotava, Tenerife. The old bell tower can help you spot the building.
What can you see at the museum?
The collection includes musical instruments, pottery, textiles, jewellery, traditional clothing and craft tools. The courtyard has displays connected with agriculture and gardening.
Can you see artisans working at the museum?
Embroidery artisans work on site on Tuesdays. Other craft demonstrations or workshops may be scheduled, so check before your visit.
