Chestnut Museum

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Guarda > Guarda > Aldeia do Bispo > Largo do Povo

Location

The Chestnut Museum is located in Aldeia do Bispo, a village belonging to the municipality of Guarda, in the Beira Interior Norte region. It is situated in Largo do Povo (People's Square), a central area of the locality, reflecting its deep connection to community life and the surrounding rural environment.

Its position within the village allows visitors an immersion in the local atmosphere, characteristic of the Guarda highlands, where tradition and nature intertwine.

The Essence of the Chestnut

At the heart of this museum is a permanent exhibition dedicated to the Chestnut Cycle. This section details the journey of this emblematic fruit, from its growth to its harvest and its multiple uses throughout history.

The collection, which includes various pieces and utensils, illustrates the importance of the chestnut in nutrition, family economy, and even in the traditional medicine of communities. It allows one to understand how the chestnut shaped the culture, craftsmanship, and the oral and playful traditions of the region.

Heritage and Artistic Expression

In addition to the central theme of the chestnut, the museum offers its visitors other collections that enrich the experience. One of these is Sacred Art, composed of objects and pieces that reflect the faith and religious traditions of the Aldeia do Bispo parish, many of them donated by the community or through specific protocols.

Additionally, the space displays a painting collection, featuring various canvases donated by private individuals and the Cultural Center of Aldeia do Bispo. These works offer insight into the artistic expression and creative sensibility connected to the Guarda region.

A Space of Living Memory

Inaugurated in 2006, the Chestnut Museum is a guardian of Aldeia do Bispo's identity and heritage. By gathering and valuing a significant collection, it actively contributes to preserving the memories and practices associated with the chestnut and rural life in Beira Interior.

The museum is a meeting point with the community's roots, where one can feel the history and traditions that continue to shape local life. Occasionally, activities are developed that allow for more direct interaction with the craftsmanship and knowledge related to this fruit.

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