The council invested 100,000 euros in acquiring the property, a purchase supported by a subsidy from the Canary Islands Government's Ministry of Universities, Science, Innovation, and Culture. The building, documented since at least 1777, is part of the historic housing complex of Los Almácigos, considered the neighborhood's first settlement when its jurisdiction still belonged to Tejeda.
The house, spanning about 110 square meters across two floors, is a "valuable example of the municipality's traditional architecture," according to Heritage Councilor Consuelo Díaz. Structures in the area were built using materials such as stone, mud, lime, and wood.
“"With this purchase, we aim to create an ethnographic interpretation center and continue expanding our cultural offerings to preserve our historical heritage and the identity of the people of Veneguera, as well as their customs, traditions, and ways of life."
Consuelo Díaz explained that the ground floor of the property is in poor condition, while the upper floor remains in good shape. "Our goal is to preserve the architectural value of the house so it can be enjoyed by all residents of the municipality, as well as by our visitors," she added.
The initiative seeks not only to strengthen the protection of cultural heritage but also to diversify the municipality's tourism offerings, which traditionally focus on "sun and beach tourism." "We must highlight our historical and cultural heritage. The purchase of this house is another step in that direction," stated the councilor.
Currently, the City Council is working on drafting the restoration project for the property. Following this, a musealization project will be developed with the objective of making the future ethnographic interpretation center a reality "as soon as possible."
