Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Leiria > Marinha Grande > Marinha Grande > Guarda Nova
The Mold Museum is located in the locality of Guarda Nova, within the municipality of Marinha Grande, in the district of Leiria. Its location reflects the region's strong connection to a rich industrial heritage, with the museum situated in the urban fabric that once saw the birth and prosperity of important industries, namely glass and plastics. It is located in an area that keeps alive the memory of the work and innovation that shaped local development.
Dedicated to one of the pillars of industrial production, the Mold Museum celebrates the history and evolution of the art and technique of creating molds. This place offers an in-depth perspective on the crucial importance of these tools in the manufacturing of a wide range of products, from the most utilitarian to the most complex. Through its exhibitions, it is possible to understand the ingenuity and precision required in the design and production of these matrices, which are the starting point for countless objects that are part of our daily lives.
The tour through the museum reveals the mastery and know-how accumulated over generations in the field of mold manufacturing. The different types of molds, the materials used, and the successive technologies are explored, from the most traditional methods to the most advanced. The visit allows interested individuals to immerse themselves in the world of industrial production, highlighting the fundamental role of professionals who, with expertise, transform raw materials into precise and functional shapes. It is an opportunity to appreciate the artisanal and technical component that persists in this industry, even in the digital age.
The Mold Museum is not just a repository of pieces and machines; it is a space that narrates an essential part of the socioeconomic history of Marinha Grande and, by extension, of the country. It illustrates how the mold industry drove local development, generating employment, innovation, and wealth. Its existence underscores a community's ability to specialize and thrive through skilled labor and entrepreneurial vision, becoming a testament to the persistence and adaptability of national industry over time.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.7491958,-8.9325174
Coordinates DMS: 39°44'57.1"N 08°55'57.1"W
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