HISTORY
The Tangier American Legation in Morocco is the only U.S. National Historic Landmark located outside of the United States and is the symbol of a long friendship between the United States and Morocco. A gift of the Sultan of Morocco to the United States in 1821, and for over 140 years a US diplomatic mission, the Legation today is a vibrant museum and research and cultural center. Learn more through the links below…
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE LEGATION
Don't miss the illustrated timeline-
ENCHANTMENT: STORIES FROM THE TANGIER AMERICAN LEGATION
The definitive history of the Legation and its collection, by historian Diana Wylie. -
COOS-COOS-SOO OR LETTERS FROM TANGIER IN AFRICA
An 1859 journal by the Consul's daughter, Glorvina Fort, about her experiences with diplomatic life in Tangier.
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INTERNATIONAL TANGIER GLASS NEGATIVES COLLECTION
Rare black and white photos documenting Tangier at the turn of the 20th Century. Digitized through a partnership with Archnet and Wellesley College, directed by Dr. Michael Toler.
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THE UNITED STATES AND MOROCCO 1776 – 1956
The definitive history of U.S. and Moroccan relations. By Luella Hall, Scarecrow Press, 1971 (1130 pages).
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THE LEGATION AND THE CIVIL WAR
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MUSIC OF MOROCCO
The Paul Bowles Moroccan music collection of the American Folklife Center (1957–1989).
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PEACE CORPS AT THE TANGIER AMERICAN LEGATION
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MAPPING MEMORIES, CREATING HISTORY
The Tangier American Legation, an oral history.
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COMING HOME TO THE LEGATION
Reflections on moving into the Legation by the child of former director Elena Prentice.
