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Madrid's Prado Museum to get $211-million uprgrade
Out with the old, in with the new. So it may well be at the Prado Museum in Madrid. The 18th century museum will get a 21st century update Oct. 30, when a $211-million extension will be inaugurated.
The 167,023-square-foot wing, designed by Spanish architect Rafael Moneo, incorporates the cloister of the 17th century monastery of San Jerónimo el Real. It's the first expansion for the museum in 200 years. To show off its modern space, the museum is opening a temporary exhibit in the new wing; "The Rediscovery of a Collection: The 19th Century at the Prado" will feature 100 paintings and sculptures, including works by Francisco Goya, from Oct. 30 to April 24. Info: www.museoprado.es.
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