The American Legation Museum occupies the building given to the United States by Sultan Moulay Suleiman in 1821, making it the first American public property abroad. It served as a consulate and legation until 1961 and is now a National Historic Landmark with a museum, library and research centre. Rooms show historic maps of Morocco, paintings, documents on US-Moroccan relations that go back to Morocco's recognition of the United States in 1777, and works by artists associated with Tangier. The collections include a library on Moroccan and Tangier history used by researchers. The courtyard is a calm space in the busy medina. Visitors should confirm hours by phone or at legation.org.
| Admission | Adult About MAD 20 (~$2.15) per the museum website; confirm · Child Confirm at the door |
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| Hours | Weekdays about 10am-5pm; weekend hours differ, so confirm at +212 539 93 53 17 |
| Address | 8 Rue d'Amérique, Medina, Tangier 90000 |
Location
8 Rue d'Amérique, Medina, Tangier 90000
35.7870, -5.8107 View on map
Highlights
- First US government property abroad
- Historic maps and documents
- Research library
- Medina courtyard
Tips for visiting
- Confirm hours before visiting.
- Allow one hour.
- Bring cash.
- Combine with the Petit Socco.
- Check for temporary exhibitions.
When to visit
Weekday mornings.
Accessibility
Narrow stairs and thresholds limit step-free access.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is it?
8 Rue d'Amérique in the medina.
Who gave the building to the US?
Sultan Moulay Suleiman, in 1821.