This cultural center, situated on Carlos Arniches street, originated from a private collection begun in the 1950s. The compilation of popular art was made possible by a prize won in a toothpaste contest, which allowed the collector to travel across Spain and acquire the initial items.
“"It is a highly recommended place to recognize the roots, history, and culture not only of the city of Madrid but of Spain as a whole."
The building, owned by the Madrid City Council, is on loan to the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM), an institution that has been responsible for its management, conservation, and improvement since 1975. Currently, the museum's holdings have grown significantly, exceeding 8,600 pieces, from the initial 2,500.
During a recent visit, the mayor learned about the restoration of two figures from the giants and big-heads parade, Arganzuela and Mohamed I, which will participate in the San Isidro festivities. The donation of a traditional wafer cart, a unique piece that has traveled the city's streets for decades, was also acknowledged.
