Music Museum – Mouassine – Marrakech
Museum dedicated to Moroccan and African Music in a restored 16th-17th century riad. Exhibits traditional instruments, organizes concerts and offers an interactive experience with the possibility of trying certain instruments.
A musical journey in a historic setting
The Marrakech Music Museum, opened in 2014, occupies a building of Arab-Andalusian architecture dating from the 16th and 17th centuries. This historic structure, beautifully restored, houses a unique collection dedicated to Moroccan and African music.
Collection et expositions
- African and Moroccan musical instruments
- Exhibitions on the history and musical styles of Morocco
- Rooms dedicated to temporary and permanent exhibitions
- Presentation of a Moroccan artist born in this house
Interactive experience
- Opportunity to touch and try certain instruments
- Videos and audio recordings to discover the sounds
- Traditional music concerts (gnawa, Berber) three evenings a week
Architecture and facilities
- Faithful restoration of the original reception rooms
- Preserved period mosaics and decorations
- Belvedere terrace offering a view of the Medina and the Atlas
- Former matmura (attic) converted into an exhibition space
Practical information
- Concerts: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Tea room on the panoramic terrace
- Moroccan dinner option
- Guided tours available with owner
