Royal Academy of History

Madrid

Madrid
Madrid

The building was constructed by Juan de Villanueva in 1788, to house the site of the Casa de Nuevo Rezado of the Hieronymite monks. It is a Neoclassic style building of great simplicity.Outside and worthy of note is the main front, with crowned entrances and a projecting balcony, adorned with a screen of San Lorenzo. Recently restored by the architect Chueca Goitia.

Royal Academy of History

Calle del León, 21

28014  Madrid  (Madrid Region)

Email:secretaria@rah.es Tel.:+34 914 290 611 Website:www.rah.es
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