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Museums #5 in Getafe

Art Center Tomás y Valiente

4.5 · 3,840 reviews
Contemporary and spacious.
Art Center Tomás y Valiente, C/ de Leganés, 51, 28945 Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
Interesting facts
1

The center is named after Francisco Tomás y Valiente, a Spanish jurist and historian assassinated in 1996.

2

The facility was specifically designed to integrate professional exhibition spaces with community cultural workshops.

3

The institution frequently collaborates with major Madrid-based art foundations to host exclusive touring exhibitions.

4

The structure emphasizes accessible design, ensuring that the three floors of exhibition space are fully navigable for all visitors.

Overview

The Centro de Arte Tomás y Valiente (CEART) is a major contemporary art facility located in Fuenlabrada, spanning three levels of exhibition space. The center functions as a multifunctional cultural hub, hosting rotating displays that feature both national and international artists. Its galleries are designed to accommodate large-scale installations, sculptural works, and multimedia art pieces. The architecture features high ceilings and industrial-style open floor plans that facilitate diverse curation styles. Beyond its primary gallery space, the center operates as a community resource for local cultural production. It is situated within a modern urban complex that serves as the centerpiece of Fuenlabrada’s arts scene.

Photo spot

The central atrium and the high-ceilinged galleries on the upper level.

Insider tips

Check the official website for rotating exhibition schedules before arriving to ensure a full floor is not under installation.

Utilize the information desk to pick up current brochures that explain the thematic links between the different gallery floors.

What to avoid

Assuming the exhibits remain permanent; the center operates exclusively on a rotating schedule.

Good to know

Closed on Mondays.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1.5-2 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday afternoons for the quietest viewing experience of the rotating galleries.
Address
Art Center Tomás y Valiente, C/ de Leganés, 51, 28945 Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
40.293, -3.791
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Details
Key exhibitsRotating contemporary works, large-scale installations, and multimedia art.

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1.5-2 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday afternoons for the quietest viewing experience of the rotating galleries..

The central atrium and the high-ceilinged galleries on the upper level.

Close by you'll find Solidaridad Park, Forestal de Polvoranca Park, Fuente de Las Escaleras.