Centro Etnográfico Casa de Las Quinteras

The trade museum in El Hierro

If you want to discover life in the workshops of professionals operating in the blacksmith, textile, wood and clay industries that existed in El Hierro’s past, there is nothing like visiting the old home of the Las Quinteras family. The restored site is located in Villa de Valverde. There are four rooms. In these spaces there are historical samples on show. The ethnographic samples—including pre-hispanic remains—have been collected by the island council. Handcrafted pieces are sold in the shop to promote the development of native crafts. The works on display show that contemporary artists from El Hierro continue the island’s philosophy of self-sufficiency and sustainability.

A pit-stop before going to the airport

Villa de Valverde is close to El Hierro airport. Access to the north-of-island location is easy via road. As a site of cultural interest, entry is included in the El Hierro Passport. For other visitors prices range from one euro for residents of El Hierro to 3.50 for Canarian residents and 4 euros for non-residents. Children up to 11 can enter free of charge. After taking a look at Villa de Valverde, there are several restaurants in the local area for good food.

Villa de Valverde

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Sustainability

Do not take photos using the flash. They could damage items of artistic and cultural value.
Use the waste-paper baskets and, insofar as possible, separate and place your recycling waste in the appropriate containers. Do not eat inside exhibition rooms.
Try to be careful with your rucksack or bag and make sure you do not hit anything when you move.
Try to be silent or speak quietly so that you do not bother other visitors.