Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Braga > Esposende > Esposende > Centro
The Municipal Museum of Esposende is located in the heart of the city's urban area. It is housed in a remarkable building in the center, easily identifiable for anyone walking through the town's main streets. Its central location makes it an accessible landmark, integrated into the city's dynamic.
The museum building has its own interesting history. The building was originally constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, in 1911, to house the Esposende Theater-Club. The initial design was by a renowned architect of the time, Miguel Ventura Terra. Subsequently, the space was adapted for its museum function, a work carried out by architect Bernardo Ferrão, opening its doors as a museum in 1993.
When visiting the museum, you have the opportunity to learn more about the history, culture, and identity of Esposende and its municipality. The museum is dedicated to preserving, studying, and showcasing local heritage, which ranges from archaeological finds that tell the region's oldest history, through elements of its historical and ethnographic life, to aspects related to local art and landscape.
You can discover collections that illustrate daily life, traditional crafts, and the unique characteristics of the community, both related to the sea and the countryside. The exhibitions aim to offer a rich and varied perspective of what it means to live and have lived in this territory.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5308372,-8.7809818
Coordinates DMS: 41°31'51.0"N 08°46'51.5"W
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