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Cultural Centers in Melgaço

Espaço Memória e Fronteira de Melgaço

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EN202
4960-551, Melgaço

Melgaço

This space addresses the themes of smuggling and emigration, two social phenomena that have marked the region's recent history. The aim is to remember the clandestine and dangerous life of many men and women from Melgaço.

Núcleo Museológico da Torre de Menagem de Melgaço

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Rua do Castelo, 14
4960-537, Melgaço

Melgaço

Tower classified as a National Monument. Inside, it houses an exhibition with the aim of showcasing the architectural and archaeological heritage and the historical evolution of the municipality of Melgaço, from Prehistory to the Contemporary Age.

Museu do Cinema de Melgaço - Jean Loup Passek

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Rua do Carvalho
4960-542, Melgaço

Melgaço

Museum located in the historic area of Melgaço, in the former police building. Here you can admire thousands of posters and photographs, silent film time machines, more modern equipment and many films. A vast collection donated to the municipality of Melgaço by Jean-Loup Passek, passionate about the village. Passek directed the cinematographic department at the Center Georges Pompidou in Paris and was director of the La Rochelle Film Festival. The museum contains a permanent exhibition area, with a small auditorium, and an area dedicated to temporary exhibitions.

Núcleo Museológico de Castro Laboreiro

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Castro Laboreiro
4960, Castro Laboreiro

Melgaço

A museum located where there used to be the old Caravelos Chocolate Factory and in a close by typical house. It aims to preserve and divulge the local culture. It has a documentation centre and, on the upper floor, a space where one can watch films about the local traditions.

Biblioteca Municipal de Melgaço / Casa da Cultura de Melgaço

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Avenida Capitão Salgueiro Maia
4960-551, Melgaço

Melgaço