KBr is the new Photography Centre with which Fundación MAPFRE begins a new stage in its intense dedication to artistic photography, one of its main areas of cultural activity since 2009. The centre is housed in one of the most iconic buildings of modern-day Barcelona: the MAPFRE Tower in the Olympic Marina. At the bottom of the tower, the exhibition centre occupies the curved two-story projection between Avenida del Litoral and the seafront promenade.

The name KBr Fundación MAPFRE Barcelona Photo Centre refers to the chemical symbol for potassium bromide, a salt used in the analogue photography development process, and a declaration of intentions from the institution's line, committed to the recovery of tradition and masters of photography, but also with contemporaneity.

There are two temporary exhibitions from September 24 to February 1, 2026:

Helen Levitt: Helen Levitt (1913–2009) began photographing her native New York in the late 1930s, capturing images that reflected life in the city's poorest neighborhoods.

KBr FLAMA'25: KBr Fundación MAPFRE presents the fifth edition of its annual event showcasing the emerging talent of the new generation of photographers who are beginning their professional careers.

Photo credits:

Helen Levitt New York, c. 1940 © Film Documents LLC, courtesy Zander Galerie, Cologne

Abril Coudougnan Untitled, Tous les mots sont inventés project, 2024 Digital photograph © Abril Coudougnan

Important to know

Know in advance:

The Reduced option in the calendar is valid for teachers, students (26+) seniors (65+) and retirees. Please note that appropriate accreditation will be required for access
Free entry is available for: children and youths under 26 (not valid for school groups); unemployed people; people with disability equal or above 33% (and a companion); members of national, autonomic or municipal museums; members of the International Council Museums (ICOM); journalists; official tourism guides. The beneficiaries of free admission must obtain their ticket at the ticket office; please note that appropriate accreditation will be required for access
The standard ticket includes an audio guide, accessible via a QR code available in the room. A mobile device with an active mobile internet connection is required. If you don't have mobile data, you can connect to the free Wi-Fi network available in the space

Remember to bring:

Headphones are required to avoid disturbing other visitors. It is recommended to bring your own headphones, although you can also purchase them for €1 (jack type) at the ticket counter, in which case you may need to wait depending on availability