Museums and Palaces

Set in the former Casa dos Mendanhas, an emblematic construction amidst the city's 18th-century heritage, the Barcelos Ceramics Museum, contains around 7000 pieces from all over Portugal and the Portuguese-speaking countries, with the main nucleus consisting of pieces collected within the municipality itself.

Here we can find interesting examples of everyday utilitarian and recreational pottery and many pieces based on local folklore, genuine examples of the region's habits and customs, some of which have since disappeared. Inevitably, the Barcelos Cock is widely represented, as well as pieces by Rosa Ramalho, amongst many other articles produced by well-known Portuguese craftsmen.

As a complement to the tour of its exhibition, the Museum offers its visitors a number of pedagogical workshops about ceramic art, the painting of pottery and traditional games that are played with clay pieces.

Those wishing to take part in pedagogical activities during the school year must book their visits in advance. During the school holidays, it is not necessary to book in advance.