Cultural heritage

Since the establishment of its Board of Works in 1869, the Port of Barcelona has demonstrated a particular sensitivity to artistic expression, compiling a small yet diverse collection of contemporary Catalan art, and in doing so, mirroring the economic and cultural development of Catalan society. The collection features over 900 inventoried objects, including a fascinating array of nautical and port-related instruments, as well as various drawings, photographs, sculptures, and scientific tools.

Also standing testament to the history of the Port of Barcelona are the numerous lighthouses that have guided approaching vessels over the years and the iconic buildings that form part of the Port of Barcelona's heritage.

As the port has evolved over the centuries to meet the ever-changing needs of the city, many objects have survived as evidence of this transformation and, as such, form an integral part of the history of both the city and the country.

We are committed to protecting this heritage and promoting its conservation and accessibility, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to discover and appreciate it.

Informative reports and specialised articles in various media on the history of the Port of Barcelona, such as in the history magazine 'Sàpiens' or the 'Bulletin of Industrial Archaeology and Science and Technology Museums'.

The Port of Barcelona organizes and participates in various cultural and artistic projects that contribute to disseminating maritime and port culture and history.

The Barcelona Port Authority manages a very diverse fund of heritage assets. One of the main actions is to ensure the good state of conservation of the assets, and to guarantee this, periodic reviews and preventive conservation and restoration interventions are carried out.