Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Castelo Branco > Penamacor > Penamacor > Centro Histórico
The Penamacor Municipal Museum is located in the heart of the village, within its historic area. It is housed in a building with its own distinct identity, which formerly served as a military barracks. It is situated in Largo Tenente Coronel Júlio Rodrigues da Silva, an accessible point for those exploring Penamacor's oldest streets.
The idea of creating a museum in Penamacor emerged at the beginning of the 20th century, driven by the need to safeguard local heritage. After several changes in location over time, the museum found its definitive home in the former military installations in the 1980s. It was here that the collection was organized and exhibited, giving rise to the structure that can be visited today.
The museum offers a varied journey through the region's heritage. Its collections span different areas, allowing visitors to explore the history, culture, and even the nature of the municipality. It houses archaeological findings, ethnographic pieces showcasing past life and work, sacred art, numismatic collections, and also a section dedicated to local fauna.
Upon visiting the museum, visitors are invited to follow a thread that traces the various periods of human presence in the territory of Penamacor. The journey begins in Prehistory, moves through the Romanization period, where a remarkable funerary structure can be observed, and continues through the Middle Ages up to more recent times. The exhibited pieces illustrate the evolution of life and economic activities of the community throughout the centuries.
One of the interesting aspects of the collection is the natural history section. It presents embalmed specimens of the fauna inhabiting the region. A particular highlight of this exhibition is the Iberian Lynx, an iconic and protected species, found in the vicinity of the Serra da Malcata Nature Reserve. This connection to nature underlines the environmental richness surrounding the village of Penamacor.
In addition to the permanent exhibition, the Penamacor Municipal Museum maintains regular cultural activities. The space features rooms dedicated to temporary exhibitions, which address various themes. This dynamic approach helps keep the museum vibrant and always offers something new to returning visitors.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.1666514,-7.17049
Coordinates DMS: 40°09'59.9"N 07°10'13.8"W
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