May 1808 in Madrid - Exhibitions
Two exhibitions related to the uprising that took place in 1808 against the French have been opened this week.
One of them at Conde Duque (Conde Duque, 9-11) is dedicated to the events between March and December 1808 in Madrid and their main characters.
Here we will be able to learn how people lived two hundred years ago in this great city that then only had about 160000 inhabitants. Also places that do not exist any more will be shown to the visitor.
Through 190 items, like written letters, a burnt fan or paintings, we are transported to the past.
The other one, at the History Museum (Fuencarral, 78) is centered on the how the consequences of the war influenced Madrid´s cartography. We can see maps showing the places where the battles took place.
The exhibitions are free and will be open until October 25th.
Open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 1000 to 2100 and Sundays and Holidays from 1100 to 1430.