The site originally functioned as the Convento de San Agustín, founded in the early 14th century before being rebuilt in its current Baroque form.
During the Napoleonic Siege of Zaragoza in 1808-1809, the convent sustained significant damage during intense street fighting.
The modern reconstruction project was led by architects Carmen Diez and José Antonio Alfaro, focusing on the reuse of the convent's main courtyard.
The building features a specialized 'Espacio Cine' dedicated to local film history and production.
The internal structure retains remnants of the original Mudéjar-influenced brickwork integrated into the modern exhibition wing.
It is situated in the historic Barrio de San Agustín, historically associated with artisans and local trade guilds.
The Centro de Historias is a contemporary cultural center housed within the repurposed 18th-century Convent of San Agustín in Zaragoza. The facility integrates historical architectural elements, such as the original Baroque cloister, with modern exhibition spaces. It serves as a hub for temporary art installations, historical photography collections, and local heritage displays. The site highlights the evolution of Zaragoza through visual media and multimedia archives. Its permanent core focuses on the history of the city, transitioning from its Roman origins to its current urban identity. The center frequently hosts rotating exhibitions from international artists alongside local creative projects. The architecture itself functions as a primary exhibit, displaying restored stone masonry and internal courtyard designs typical of regional convent structures. It operates under the Zaragoza City Council as part of its network of municipal museums.
The center of the Baroque cloister looking upward toward the restored arches and integrated modern glasswork.
Check the official Zaragoza Culture website for current rotating exhibition themes before arrival.
The internal courtyard is a tranquil space for resting between gallery viewings.
Plan to visit the upper floor terraces, which provide unique architectural perspectives of the cloister.
Do not mistake it for the nearby Roman Forum museum; ensure you verify the current exhibition subject as the facility changes themes frequently.
Closed on Mondays.
No flash photography in designated exhibition halls; maintain a low voice in the cloister area.
