Ílhavo Municipal Museum/Casa Gafanhoa

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Aveiro > Ílhavo > Gafanha da Nazaré

Location

Located in Gafanha da Nazaré, a vibrant coastal locality in the municipality of Ílhavo, Casa Gafanhoa is set in an environment that reflects the essence of the region. Its presence in the urban landscape allows visitors direct contact with the identity and daily life of Gafanha da Nazaré, a place with strong ties to water and local traditions.

A Building with History

Casa Gafanhoa, dating back to the early 20th century, specifically 1929, is a notable example of residential architecture from that era in the region. Originally owned by the family of Virgílio Ribau and Maria Merendeiro Filipe, this house was home to a prosperous farmer, offering a glimpse into the living conditions and social status of the most prosperous families linked to local agriculture almost a century ago.

Memories of Agricultural Life

As visitors walk through the spaces of Casa Gafanhoa, they are transported to the rural daily life of the past. The house's furnishings, carefully preserved with furniture and utensils from the early 20th century, tell the story of a way of life characterized by simplicity and functionality. Each object and each room reveals habits and traditions, inviting reflection on how the first inhabitants of this land organized their daily lives, showcasing a practical living that still delights with its simplicity today.

The Structure of a Farmhouse

Casa Gafanhoa presents the typical design and organization of a farmhouse of its time. Visitors can observe the various divisions that composed it and which were essential for family and productive life. These include the patio, the barn, the corral, and the stable, which bear witness to the agricultural and livestock activities that took place here. Inside, the bedrooms, the 'master's' living room, the dining room, and the kitchens, including one with an oven, stand out, allowing for an understanding of the complexity and self-sufficiency of a rural household.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casa_Gafanhoa

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt