Country
Spain
City / Region
Bilbao, Biscay Province, Autonomous Community of the Basque Country, Spain, Europe
Museum Characteristics
Located on the grounds of the former Euskalduna shipyards, on the banks of the Bilbao Estuary. The museum explores the maritime history and heritage of the estuary and the Basque Country.
Collection Type
Maritime heritage of the Bilbao Estuary, including naval construction, port and maritime trades, and the relationship between the Basque Country and the sea. Includes a collection of historic vessels moored outside.
Collection Size
Not available
Main Exhibitions
The exhibitions (permanent and temporary) focus on the maritime history of the region. Notable programs include the Great Sailing Ships Program and exhibitions on traditional boat building.
Observations
The museum was inaugurated on November 20, 2003. Its location in the former shipyard is symbolic of Bilbao's transformation from an industrial port to a city of services and culture.
Source(s)
ITSASMUSEUM BILBAO. Itsasmuseum Bilbao. Bilbao: Itsasmuseum. Disponível em: https://www.itsasmuseum.eus/es/. Acesso em: 29 maio 2025.