Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Lisboa > Sintra > Sintra > Centro Histórico
The NewsMuseum is strategically positioned in the Historic Center of the stunning town of Sintra, in the district of Lisbon. Its location is embedded within an urban fabric rich in history and unique architecture, which characterizes this classified area. When visiting the museum, tourists find themselves immersed in Sintra's peculiar atmosphere, where cultural heritage is palpable in every street and building, complementing the experience with its focus on media memory.
This museum is dedicated to exploring the fascinating and complex history of journalism and media, from its early beginnings to the digital age. Spanning various eras, the NewsMuseum offers an in-depth perspective on how information has been collected, processed, and disseminated over time. It is a space designed to unveil the transformations that have shaped communication, presenting the evolutionary journey of information media.
The NewsMuseum invites visitors to reflect on the profound impact that media has had and continues to have on society and culture. Through its exhibitions, it is possible to understand the importance of press freedom, the role of journalists in shaping public opinion, and how historical events have been recorded and transmitted. The venue serves as a point of reflection on the responsibility inherent in the production and consumption of information, highlighting the relevance of an informed citizenry in the contemporary context.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.7964155,-9.389908
Coordinates DMS: 38°47'47.1"N 09°23'23.7"W