Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Braga > Barcelos > São Pedro de Alvito
The Regional and Ethnographic Museum of Alvito S. Pedro is serenely established in the locality of Alvito, within the municipality of Barcelos, in the heart of the district of Braga. Its location allows visitors to immerse themselves in an environment that typifies the Minho landscape, with its surrounding greenery and the peaceful character of its villages.
The museum's setting in this context invites a leisurely exploration of local heritage, offering an authentic perspective on the life and traditions of the region. It is a cultural landmark in the tranquil surroundings of this part of Northern Portugal.
This museum space is dedicated to safeguarding and exhibiting elements that reflect the daily life, knowledge, and experiences of past generations in the Barcelos region. Through its collections, it is possible to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics that have shaped local identity over time.
The journey through the museum allows visitors to connect with the rural and social past, revealing aspects of everyday life and unique features of Minho culture.
Inside the museum, visitors can discover a diverse collection encompassing artifacts related to traditional agriculture, crafts, and popular arts that characterize this geographical area. From agricultural tools to craft pieces, including clothing and furniture, each object tells a part of the region's human and material history.
These collections offer a glimpse into the economic, social, and cultural practices that have defined life in the municipality of Barcelos over the ages, illustrating the persistence of traditions and the evolution of ways of life.
The building that houses the Regional and Ethnographic Museum of Alvito S. Pedro integrates harmoniously into the landscape of Alvito, sometimes reflecting the region's constructive characteristics. Its structure, designed for the exhibition of the collection, contributes to the atmosphere of authenticity that the museum seeks to convey.
The environment within its walls aims to provide an educational and immersive experience, where visitors can feel the connection between the physical space and the ethnographic treasures it holds.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.60038852956162,-8.592019501399196
Coordinates DMS: 41°36'1.4"N 08°35'31.3"W
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