The Drum Museum, in the town of Tobarra, is one of its kind in Europe for the conservation of pieces collected from all corners of the world, from Africa, America and even Asia. It is located under the domes of the Purísima church and has more than 50 drums from all over the world, from different continents and cultures. The most exotic of the unusual collection, a beautifully carved tam-tam on a hollowed-out boot from Cameroon.

Some of the musical pieces that it treasures are valued at millions of euros for their design, their precious stones or how the multitudinous tambourine is used as a piece of Cultural Interest during Easter in Tobarra.

Also on display are relics, clothing, objects and posters of great historical value announcing Easter in Tobarra, and there are spaces where you can contemplate and appreciate the evolution of the Tobarra drum, from the oldest creations to the most modern and up to date.

The MUSS in Hellín welcomes the greatness of the fusion of the two traditions that make up the Hellín Easter (declared of International Tourist Interest), its processions and drumming, which are also declared Intangible Heritage by UNESCO. It is the most important festival in the town, when the sound of up to 20,000 drums bursts out into the place, causing a roar that will last for several days.

 

A duality that is represented with the motto: “Two traditions, one Easter.” Exhibitions dedicated to it include a  projection room inside a giant drum, a recreation of a sculpture workshop, an adaptable temporary exhibition hall, five documentary videos, fifteen interactive video screens, ten interactive teaching resources and multiple panels adapted to the demands of today’s museums.