Casino de Salamanca

About

The Casino de Salamanca, founded on 4 October 1858 as the Sociedad de Recreo, merged with the Casino de Recreo in 1864 to form the present Casino de Salamanca. Historically known for its intellectual tertulias, notably circles linked to Miguel de Unamuno, it has evolved into a 'casino cultural' hosting exhibitions, concerts, and awards. The Casino Chamber Orchestra was formed in 1997, and the association marked its 150th anniversary in 2008. More information can be found on their history page.

Cultural Programming

The Casino de Salamanca programs an active cultural calendar at its seat in the Palacio de Figueroa, featuring concerts (including a resident chamber orchestra and piano recitals), lectures, conferences, photographic evenings, audiovisual projections, literary readings, and temporary visual-art exhibitions. Regular cultural programming includes chamber and orchestral concerts, piano recitals, lectures, film and audiovisual nights, poetry readings, photography projections, and award presentations. For details on upcoming events, visit their Agenda Cultural.

Art Exhibitions

The Casino provides gallery and hall space in the Palacio de Figueroa for temporary exhibitions of painting, sculpture, photography, and related visual arts. They also organize and host commemorative and thematic shows and exhibition loans. More information about their facilities can be found on their installations page.

Dining Options

The facility includes an on-site cafeteria and hospitality services. The Palacio de Figueroa is also used for banquets and formal receptions associated with the club's events. For more details, visit their dining options page.

Renting Space

The Casino offers spaces in the Palacio de Figueroa for private and institutional use, including weddings, banquets, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions. The venue features a Salón de Actos with 156 seats and representational palace rooms used for events. More information is available on their installations page.

Member Events

Members have access to assemblies and member-focused activities, such as the annual 'Day of the Member', social championships, and prizes in journalism and painting. They also participate in tertulias and the club's cultural offerings. Membership is by subscription with monthly fees and governed by statutes. For further details, see their history page.

Social Events

The club regularly stages social functions, including banquets, dances, commemorations, and formal tertulias, held in the palace's historic salons and the neorenaissance patio. More information can be found on their installations page.