House of Sefarad – House of Memory
The House of Sepharad – House of Memory was founded in Córdoba in the spring of 2004 with the aim of rescuing from oblivion the Jewish legacy that, since its expulsion in 1492 by the Catholic Monarchs, gradually faded over time.
Sebastián de la Obra, the house’s librarian, noted shortly before its inauguration that it was a way of settling a “historic debt,” recalling that Córdoba was the “capital of Sepharad,” had “the best-preserved Jewish quarter in Europe,” and was home to “the highest percentage of Jewish poets, philosophers, and writers.”
The House of Sepharad is located in the heart of the Jewish Quarter, on Calle Judíos, just a few meters from the Synagogue. The building, dating from the 14th century, was a typical 19th-century Cordoban neighbor’s house, later renovated and adapted as a museum.
All the rooms, including the five exhibition halls, are arranged around a central patio, just like the traditional neighbor’s houses in 19th-century Córdoba. The rooms are dedicated to domestic life, the women of Al-Andalus, festive cycles, and other aspects of Jewish culture.
The House of Sepharad is a museum dedicated to the memory of the Jews who lived in Córdoba, located in the heart of the Jewish Quarter.
The museum is not only intended for visits but also for the study and dissemination of Jewish culture in Córdoba. It houses a complete library and frequently hosts Sephardic music concerts, theatrical performances, and various cultural activities.
The Museum Rooms
Room I: Domestic Life
The visit begins in the room dedicated to everyday life, where utensils, garments, and objects are displayed to illustrate the daily tasks of a medieval Jew. A small area showcases various ceramic and metal containers. At the back, a larger room opens with garments, items, and explanatory panels that enhance the experience.
Room II: The Main Patio
As in traditional Cordoban houses, the building is centered around a rectangular patio. On its shorter sides are triple semicircular arches resting on chamfered pilasters. The Cordoban pebble mosaic flooring includes Jewish symbolism, and the central well stands out as a characteristic element.
Room III: Women in Al-Andalus
This room is dedicated to women who stood out in Al-Andalus: Jewish, Muslim, and Christian thinkers, poets, and singers, represented in portraits by Cordoban artist José Luis Muñoz. Explanatory panels tell the stories of five significant women from the period.
Room IV: Festive Cycles
This room displays objects and handcrafted pieces related to Sephardic festivities. Explanatory panels explore celebrations such as Shabbat, Rosh Hashanah, Pesach, Purim, and Hanukkah, among other Jewish holidays.
Room V: The Jewish Quarter of Córdoba
The room dedicated to the Jewish Quarter explores Sephardic customs related to the Synagogue, the spiritual and communal center of Judaism. A map of the 14th-century Jewish Quarter and various photographs of its most iconic corners are featured. A panel details the history and significance of the Córdoba Synagogue.
Room VI: Sephardic Music
The final room is dedicated to Sephardic music, one of the cultural cornerstones. Display cases feature instruments — mostly percussion and woodwind — dating from around the 17th century. Explanatory panels delve into Sephardic musical genres: the ballad, the couplet, and the songbook.
Tourist Information
Address: C/ Judíos corner with C/ Averroes, 14004 Córdoba.
Contact
Tel: +34 957 421 404 Fax: +34 957 355 548
Bus Lines
From Cruz Roja, you can reach it using lines 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 12.Opening Hours
- Tuesday to Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Prices
- Adults: €4
- Reduced: €3
How to Get There
The House of Sepharad is located in the heart of the Jewish Quarter, just a few meters from the Synagogue. From the Mosque-Cathedral, it can be reached via Calle Manríquez and Calle Judería. From Paseo de la Victoria, enter the old town through the Almodóvar Gate, which leads directly to Calle Judíos.
If you would like to visit the House of Sepharad, we recommend booking one of our guided tours. We can advise you on tickets, schedules, prices, and how to get there. If you have chosen to do tourism in Córdoba, choose a quality option: ArtenCórdoba.
The Casa de Sefarad - Casa de la Memoria is a museum in Córdoba dedicated to preserving and promoting the memory of the Jewish heritage in the city, especially the period before the expulsion of the Jews in 1492. Its mission is to recover the history of the Sephardim and their cultural influence in Córdoba.
The Casa de Sefarad is located in the Judería of Córdoba, on Calle Judíos, just a few meters from the Synagogue. The building dates back to the 14th century and was renovated to become a museum.
In Room I there are utensils, garments, and objects that illustrate the daily life of medieval Jews. The room is designed to recreate the daily chores of a Jewish family in Al-Andalus, with elements such as ceramic and metal containers.
Room III is dedicated to the women who distinguished themselves in Al-Andalus, presenting portraits of thinkers, poetesses, and singers, as well as providing explanatory panels about key figures of the era, such as Jewish, Muslim, and Christian women.
In Room V, the history and customs of the Judería of Córdoba are analyzed, highlighting a plan from the 14th century and photographs of its most representative corners. It also delves into the history of the Synagogue of Córdoba as a spiritual and community center.
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