Municipal Museum of Bombarral

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Leiria > Bombarral > Bombarral

Location

The Municipal Museum of Bombarral is located in the heart of the village, housed in a historic building. It is situated in Praça do Município (Municipality Square), the town's main square.

The area surrounding the museum includes a pleasant outdoor space, part of a natural environment, which even features an open-air amphitheater. Its central location makes it easily accessible for those exploring the historic center.

The Palace Housing the Museum

This museum is headquartered in a historic building: the Palácio Gorjão (Gorjão Palace). Originally a noble house built in the 16th century, this palace underwent adaptations in the late 20th century to accommodate the museum's collections and activities.

The Stories and Works on Display

Inside the Municipal Museum of Bombarral, it is possible to explore different aspects of local and regional history and culture. The exhibitions include an important archaeological collection that covers, in particular, the prehistoric period, illustrating the long human presence in this territory over thousands of years.

There are also collections dedicated to cultural figures, such as the vast collection on the life and work of the writer Júlio César Machado, and a core exhibition showcasing the work of Jorge de Almeida Monteiro, an artist with ties to Bombarral. The museum also houses a historical archive dating back to the early 19th century, collections from sculptors like Vasco da Conceição and Maria Barreira, and examples of medal art and figurative sculpture in various materials, such as stone, wood, and metal.

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