Afundación is the charitable foundation of the bank Abanca. It seeks to carry out educational, social and cultural activities that contribute to the betterment of Galician society within and outside Galicia, making possible the holistic development of individuals.
(+34) 981 927 615
Organises concerts, exhibitions and talks.
Guided visits to exhibitions, theatre.
Reception:
Monday - Saturday from 09.00 to 21.00
Exhibitions:
September - June:
Monday - Friday from 17.00 to 21.00
Saturdays and bank holidays (except Sundays) from 12.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00.
Closed on Sundays.
July and August:
Monday - Friday from 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 22.00.
Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays from 11.00 to 22.00.
See Afundación website.
The Afundación building, located in the Cantón Grande, is an avant-garde construction that simulates a great wave entering the Cantones. This is how the British architect Nicholas Grimshaw defined his project, known as "the Glass Wave". The building was conceived as an impactful socio-cultural centre. Exhibitions, events, conferences and workshops are held in this space.
The building has an auditorium, a multi-purpose hall, an exhibition hall and a small conference hall, equipped with the most advanced technology to hold exhibitions, performances, symposiums, conferences and a wide range of activities and workshops.
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) awarded Grimshaw a European Award for this amazing work in 2006.