The Museum of the Land of Miranda, located in Miranda do Douro, reopened to the public on October 10th, after a four-year closure for renovation and expansion works. The intervention involved a total investment of approximately 2.5 million euros, marking a new phase for the institution.
The renewed structure now presents a contemporary approach to the region's material and immaterial heritage, emphasizing the preservation, valorization, and dissemination of the identity, culture, and traditions of the Lands of Miranda.
The official reopening ceremony brought together various personalities from the local and national scene.
Among those present were the president of the Municipal Chamber of Miranda do Douro, Helena Barril; the Secretary of State for Culture, Alberto Santos; the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Museus e Monumentos de Portugal, E.P.E., Alexandre Nobre Pais; Members of Parliament Júlia Rodrigues and Nuno Gonçalves; and the President of the Municipal Assembly, Pedro Velho.
The reopening of the space was also marked by public recognition of the museum's director, Celina Pinto, for her commitment throughout the process. The collective work of all the institution's collaborators and the team responsible for the works was also highlighted, enabling the return of this important cultural facility to the community.
