Museo la Casa Roja is a small museum in Villa de Mazo, housed in an ochre-red mansion built in 1911. Its displays bring together local embroidery, crafts, wooden art and exhibits connected to Corpus Christi, a festival known for streets decorated with intricate carpets of petals, seeds and soil. Inside, look for the imperial staircase and ornate tiled floors as well as the handmade work. Admission is listed at two euros. The museum is on Calle Maximiliano Pérez Díaz, 23.
A mansion tied to Villa de Mazo’s festival
Built in 1911, the ochre-red house contains exhibits on embroidery and Corpus Christi, the festival for which Villa de Mazo is known. During the celebrations, local streets are decorated with detailed carpets made from flower petals, seeds and soil. The displays connect the museum’s craftwork with a tradition that also takes shape outdoors.
Craftwork and details inside
The museum’s collection includes embroidery, crafts and wooden art. The house has an imperial staircase and ornate tiled floors, so take time to notice the interior as you move through the exhibitions. A QR code provides information about the displays and the history of the building in multiple languages.
FAQ
How much does admission cost?
The supplied information lists admission at two euros.
What can you see at Museo la Casa Roja?
The museum has embroidery, crafts, wooden art and exhibits connected to Corpus Christi. The 1911 mansion also has an imperial staircase and ornate tiled floors.
When is a good time to visit?
Around the start of spring, when street displays related to Corpus Christi can be seen.
Is parking available at the museum?
Parking just outside is limited. Look for a space within walking distance.
