La Casa del Libro Museum in San Juan, Puerto Rico – Museum Information

General Information

Museum nameLa Casa del Libro Museum
CategoryMuseum
LocationOcean Park, San Juan, San Juan,
Address 255 C. del Cristo, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico (View on Google Maps)

La Casa del Libro Museum, located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a library and museum dedicated to the history of books and printmaking. The museum houses a collection of historical books and documents, some dating back to the 15th century, along with exhibitions featuring local art and printmaking techniques. Visitors can explore the space, which is small and family-friendly, and enjoy knowledgeable staff. Access to rare book collections requires advance scheduling, and the average tour lasts approximately one hour.

Current exhibitions may include displays of historical maps, etchings, and artistic prints related to the history of San Juan. The museum features reproduction printing presses, providing insight into the art of printmaking. Visitors can also browse a bookstore that supports local authors and artists. While the collection may not be extensive, the information available is engaging and well-presented.

Gallery

Open Hours

  • Friday: 11 AM–5 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM–5:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 11 AM–5 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM–5 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM–5 PM

Service options

  • Onsite services: Yes

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: No
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: No

Amenities

  • Restroom: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: No
  • Restaurant: No

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: Yes
  • Transgender safespace: Yes

Children

  • Good for kids: Yes

Contact Information

Phone+1 787-723-0354
Website