In the late 90s, sculptor Eduardo Chillida installed a magnificent work entitled “The Music Gate”, reminiscent of the Torii gates used in the Shinto world as an element of transition from the mundane to the sacred. This sculpture fell in line with Santiago Cathedral in paying tribute to the Obradoiro and honouring its Apostle. Today the work sits on the grass of Chillida Leku, constituting a mystical gateway that makes peculiar metallic sounds when the wind blows through it while reflecting the musical dualism between sound and silence and the relationship between matter and space into which the sculptor from San Sebastián so deeply delved.

Programme

1st part, 11:00-11:45: Following a brief introduction taking place around the enormous tree standing in Chillida Leku, you will make small models of musical sculptures.

2nd part, 11:45-12:30: Considering the aspects learned in the previous activity, you will work together to build large sculptures in the shape of gates or thresholds, taking initiative from the landscape of the Chillida Leku garden.

3rd part, 12:30-13:30: The final structure built by the participating families will now join the other Chillida Leku sculptures for enjoyment by all visitors.

Please remember

Places are limited. The 1st and 2nd parts are for between 75 and 100 participants (25 families), while there is no limit for the 3rd part. The activity is for boys and girls aged 6-11 years.

No prior registration is required. On entering the museum, simply ask for a Maushaus pass (places are limited and will be assigned in order of arrival).

Your museum ticket does not guarantee participation in the workshop. Places are limited and will be assigned in order of arrival (25 families, 75-100 participants).

Chillida Leku – important information