Anselmo Braamcamp Freire Museum Library

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Santarém > Santarém > Santarém

Location

The Anselmo Braamcamp Freire Museum Library is situated within the urban fabric of the historic city of Santarém, specifically in the parish of Marvila. Its location is characterized by a tranquil city environment, surrounded by buildings that mirror the region's long history. This setting invites exploration of the cultural and intellectual heritage that defines Santarém, offering a perspective on its rich historical legacy.

The Legacy of Anselmo Braamcamp Freire

This space is a tribute and a repository of the vast legacy of Anselmo Braamcamp Freire, a prominent figure in Portuguese culture. Known for his work as a historian and genealogist, this place is dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of his work and in-depth knowledge about the history of Portugal, with a particular focus on the Santarém region. It thus symbolizes a center of erudition and a safeguard of documentary heritage.

The Collection and the Atmosphere

The essence of this place lies in its contribution to the study of history, housing a significant collection of books, historical documents, and manuscripts. It reflects the depth of Braamcamp Freire's research and the richness of Portuguese intellectual heritage, allowing for an immersion into unique perspectives on past eras and the social and cultural evolution of the country. The building, in turn, features architecture designed to house this vast bibliographical and museological collection, creating an environment conducive to contemplation and in-depth study. The atmosphere invites a journey through the time of knowledge, where the organization of spaces and a quiet environment are central elements. It represents a point of reference for those who value the safeguarding and sharing of knowledge, honoring a tradition of collecting and making valuable historical information available.

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