CALENDAR
A museum that tells the story of the art and history of the Renaissance.
November
Temporary exhibition: The Gralla Family Book of Hours. A Renaissance Gem
From 29 October 2026 to 28 February 2027
Included with the admission ticket
The Museu del Renaixement presents its first temporary micro-exhibition, featuring the Gralla Family Book of Hours. This lavishly illuminated luxury manuscript was produced in Barcelona in the 16th century and will be displayed to the public for the first time from October onwards.
Take this opportunity to discover its exquisite illuminated scenes up close and admire its richly decorated margins featuring flowers, insects and birds, as well as its majestic initials embellished with burnished gold.
In collaboration with the Biblioteca de Catalunya.
Open day
Sunday 1st of November
From 10 am to 15 pm
Free
On the first Sunday of every month, the Renaissance Museum opens free of charge to everyone. Located in the majestic Requesens Palace in Molins de Rei, the museum invites us to learn about the Requesens family, the key features of Renaissance art, and everyday life in the 16th century. Don’t miss the chance to explore it!
Free audioguide available in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
Guided tour (in Catalan)
Saturday 7th of November
11.30 am
Included with the admission ticket
The 90 minutes tour takes visitors through the museum rooms, discovering the history of the Requesens Palace, Renaissance art, and daily life at the time.
Advance booking is essential. To take part, please email info@museudelrenaixement.cat and confirmation must be received. To make a reservation, please provide your name, number of people, contact phone number, and postal code.
Family activity: The Lost Treasure of Remolina (in Catalan)
Saturday 7th of November
16.30 pm
€5,00 adults, €3,00 children.
Children under 4 years old accompanying their family unit enter for free.
In this activity, we will discover four virtues of the Renaissance spirit. Through different challenges requiring observation, ingenuity, and creativity, children will get closer to this fascinating period and experience the museum in a fun and engaging way. At the end, children and their families will take home a small keepsake.
Limited capacity activity. Prior booking is required at info@museudelrenaixement.cat and confirmation must be received.
The Museum with Older Adults
Tuesday 24th of November
11 a.m.
Free
Accessible guided tour at the Museum of the Renaissance for people over 60.
A calm, friendly, and comfortable visit designed so that everyone can enjoy art and heritage at their own pace.
Limited capacity activity. Prior booking is required at info@museudelrenaixement.cat and confirmation must be received.
A series of guided visits promoted by Molins de Rei City Council.
December
Temporary exhibition: The Gralla Family Book of Hours. A Renaissance Gem
From 29 October 2026 to 28 February 2027
Included with the admission ticket
The Museu del Renaixement presents its first temporary micro-exhibition, featuring the Gralla Family Book of Hours. This lavishly illuminated luxury manuscript was produced in Barcelona in the 16th century and will be displayed to the public for the first time from October onwards.
Take this opportunity to discover its exquisite illuminated scenes up close and admire its richly decorated margins featuring flowers, insects and birds, as well as its majestic initials embellished with burnished gold.
In collaboration with the Biblioteca de Catalunya.
Museus Convidats: El Museu de Solsona
Thursday 3rd of December
7 pm
Free
The Museus Convidats lecture series brings together museum directors and professionals from museums that collaborate with the Museu del Renaixement.
We welcome Carles Freixes, Director of the Museum of Solsona.
The event will take place in the La Gòtica hall. Free activity with limited capacity.
Open day
Sunday 6th of December
From 10 am to 15 pm
Free
On the first Sunday of every month, the Renaissance Museum opens free of charge to everyone. Located in the majestic Requesens Palace in Molins de Rei, the museum invites us to learn about the Requesens family, the key features of Renaissance art, and everyday life in the 16th century. Don’t miss the chance to explore it!
Free audioguide available in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
Family activity: Help us decorate the Christmas tree
Saturday 12th of December
11 am – 2 pm
Free
Come along with your family and let your creativity run wild! Create your own Christmas decoration inspired by the museum’s artworks and hang it on the tree that will light up the entrance hall throughout the festive season.
Leave your mark on our tree and fill the museum with Christmas spirit!
Guided tour (in Catalan)
Saturday 12th of December
16.30 pm
Included with the admission ticket
The 90 minutes tour takes visitors through the museum rooms, discovering the history of the Requesens Palace, Renaissance art, and daily life at the time.
Advance booking is essential. To take part, please email info@museudelrenaixement.cat and confirmation must be received. To make a reservation, please provide your name, number of people, contact phone number, and postal code.
The Museum with Older Adults
Tuesday 15th of December
11 a.m.
Free
Accessible guided tour at the Museum of the Renaissance for people over 60.
A calm, friendly, and comfortable visit designed so that everyone can enjoy art and heritage at their own pace.
Limited capacity activity. Prior booking is required at info@museudelrenaixement.cat and confirmation must be received.
A series of guided visits promoted by Molins de Rei City Council.
Lecture series: The Gralla Family Book of Hours
Thursday 17th of December
7 pm
Free
As part of the exhibition dedicated to the Gralla Family Book of Hours, Josefina Planas, Professor of Art History at the University of Lleida, introduces Giacomo Smeraldo Dotavanti, the Florentine illuminator who illustrated this exceptional manuscript.
The event will take place in the La Gòtica hall. Free activity with limited capacity.
