Museum of Rural Memory - Vilarinho da Castanheira

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Bragança > Carrazeda de Ansiães > Vilarinho da Castanheira

Location

The Rural Memory Museum is located in the picturesque village of Vilarinho da Castanheira, in the municipality of Carrazeda de Ansiães, a region deeply rooted in the landscape of Trás-os-Montes, in the district of Bragança. Surrounded by a characteristic rural environment, marked by vineyard terraces, olive groves, and almond trees that shape the slopes, the museum is situated in an atmosphere where the tranquility of the countryside and proximity to nature are dominant elements.

Its location in the village allows visitors to feel the authenticity of the settlement and its intrinsic connection to the traditions and daily life of the peasantry that the museum space seeks to preserve.

Preservation of Rural Identity

The Rural Memory Museum emerges as a dedicated guardian of the experiences, knowledge, and traditions that shaped life in the rural communities of Trás-os-Montes. This space is designed to preserve and exhibit the collective memory of generations, offering a tangible testament to the ways of life, agricultural practices, and artisanal crafts that defined the rhythm and character of this region.

Inside, visitors have the opportunity to encounter artifacts, tools, and everyday objects that once filled homes and fields, allowing for an immersion into the material and immaterial culture that characterizes the peasant legacy of Vilarinho da Castanheira and its surroundings.

A Transmontano Legacy

By visiting the Rural Memory Museum, tourists are invited on a journey through time, exploring the resilience and inventiveness of the Transmontano populations. The museum stands out for illustrating the strong link between man and land, the daily difficulties and achievements, as well as the festivities and rituals that marked the agricultural and social calendar of the region.

Each piece and exhibition tells a story, evoking the values of hard work, community solidarity, and respect for traditions, fundamental elements that constitute the rich cultural tapestry of Trás-os-Montes and are duly honored here.

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