The Fundación organises programmes in the realms of the arts and culture, education, science and rural development, and supports social institutions in Cantabria so as to reach those who need it the most.

Research, training and dissemination are the three main missions of the Centro Botín and they are developed through our Fine Arts and Training programmes. In both areas, collaboration with leading entities and professionals plays a key role.

The Centro Botín is an arts centre designed by Pritzker Prize-winner architect Renzo Piano, in collaboration with Luis Vidal and Architects. It is located in a privileged part of Santander and uses a broader urban intervention to integrate the city centre and the historic Pereda Gardens with the Bay.