Casa Museo del Campesino

Casa Museo del Campesino is a museum and cultural centre in Mozaga, in central Lanzarote, dedicated to the island’s farming life, crafts and rural traditions. César Manrique restored and enlarged an old Canarian farmhouse for the site, beside his 15-metre Monumento al Campesino. Inside, look for displays on agricultural tools and winemaking, and workshops where craftspeople work. The grounds also have a restaurant, artisan shops and a café, so you can make this a cultural stop or stay for lunch.

A farmhouse devoted to island life

Casa Museo del Campesino occupies an old Canarian farmhouse that César Manrique restored and enlarged. Its location reflects the surrounding area’s history of cultivation, and the site was created to honour the people who worked the land. The museum focuses on Lanzarote’s rural traditions, crafts and agricultural life.

The island’s farming history includes the challenge of adapting after the Timanfaya eruptions of 1730 to 1736 covered fertile land with lava. The museum’s displays and setting connect that history with the tools and working methods used by farmers.

Crafts, farming displays and food

Look for exhibits on agricultural equipment and winemaking, alongside local handcrafts. Workshops bring traditional skills into view, with craftspeople at work. The museum is part of a wider cultural area that includes artisan shops and a restaurant.

The restaurant serves dishes including goat stew and crispy chicken croquettes. If you want to combine the museum visit with lunch, consider booking a table when the restaurant is busy. Check the site’s website for information about workshops and special events.