Fundació Joan Miró

The Fundació Joan Miró is a modern art museum located on the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The museum was initiated by the artist Joan Miró himself and was opened in 1975. It features a collection of over 10,000 paintings, drawings, sculptures, stage designs, and carpets by Miró, as well as works by other artists such as Alexander Calder, Chillida, René Magritte, Rothko, Tàpies, and Saura. The museum's building was designed by Josep Lluís Sert and features courtyards, terraces, and a natural path for visitors to move through the building. The museum also has a space dedicated to promoting the work of young experimental artists, and it offers various activities and exhibitions for visitors, including guided tours and family-friendly programs. The museum's collection includes a variety of interactive exhibits, such as the 'Waiting Room' participatory space and the 'Miró. A museum to explore' educational materials for families with children