Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Santarém > Almeirim > Almeirim
The Municipal Museum of Almeirim is located in the city of Almeirim, seat of the eponymous municipality, situated in the vast and fertile Lezíria do Ribatejo region. The building that houses it is located on Rua de Coruche, one of the arteries that make up the urban fabric of Almeirim, a locality with a deep historical and geographical connection to the Tagus River.
Its position in the city center allows visitors to immerse themselves in the local atmosphere, easily integrated into a pedestrian exploration of the surrounding area.
The Municipal Museum of Almeirim is a space dedicated to safeguarding and disseminating the heritage and history of the community. Through its collections, the museum offers a journey through time, revealing the experiences and traditions of a people who built their identity on the banks of the Tagus. It allows for an understanding of the social and cultural evolution of the region.
This place invites reflection on Almeirim's roots, its connection to the land, and the activities that shaped the daily lives of past generations, from their crafts to their beliefs.
The museum's collection is diverse and comprehensive, reflecting the richness of Almeirim's history and traditions. Visitors can observe a vast display of agricultural tools, which testify to the importance of farming and rural life in the region. Furthermore, the collection includes religious objects, which highlight local spirituality and worship practices.
The museum also possesses a collection of coins, revealing the commercial exchanges and economy of different eras. Old maps and photographs complement the exhibition, offering visual and geographical perspectives on the transformation of Almeirim's landscape and society over time.
The quality and relevance of the work developed by the Municipal Museum of Almeirim have been publicly recognized. In 2013, the space received an Honorable Mention in the "Best Portuguese Museum" category, an award granted by APOM, Portuguese Museums Association. This national recognition underlines the museum's importance as a cultural hub and a guardian of memory for Almeirim and for the country.
The distinction reinforces the museum's role in valuing local heritage and presenting it to a wider audience, inviting a visit that promises to enrich knowledge about this particular region of Ribatejo.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.1991182,-8.6280797
Coordinates DMS: 39°11'56.8"N 08°37'41.1"W
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