Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Coimbra > Pampilhosa da Serra > Pampilhosa da Serra
The Ethnographic Museum is located in the town of Pampilhosa da Serra, within the municipality of the same name, in the district of Coimbra. Its location in a mountainous area invites the discovery of a tranquil environment and a landscape marked by nature, offering the visitor a perspective on local life and heritage.
The Ethnographic Museum is housed in a building that integrates into the urban fabric of Pampilhosa da Serra. This space, adapted to host the collection, invites the visitor on a journey through the traditions and daily life of the generations that shaped the region's identity.
The Ethnographic Museum's collection is carefully dedicated to preserving the memory and customs of the Pampilhosa da Serra community. Its sections display a diversity of objects that illustrate the daily life and activities that marked local life. One can observe a variety of tools, utensils, and artifacts that refer to rural life and traditional practices, revealing the material culture and ingenuity of past generations.
The collection offers a window into the experiences of the region's inhabitants, highlighting their daily activities and cultural legacy, allowing the visitor an authentic understanding of the intangible and tangible heritage of this mountainous area.
As a guardian of collective memory, the Ethnographic Museum plays a fundamental role in valuing and disseminating the heritage of Pampilhosa da Serra. Through its exhibitions, this space allows for a connection with the past, promoting local identity and enriching the experience of those seeking to learn about the roots and stories of this mountainous community.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.0432226,-8.0043946
Coordinates DMS: 40°02'35.6"N 08°00'15.8"W