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For a couple of euros, my husband and I really enjoyed our time here. I didn’t expect to stay long but got really into reading all the material they had about Azorean immigrants that it took us a couple of hours to get through the information. They did a lot of research to gather data and put them on display in this museum. Don’t miss this place. I am non-Azorean but I found myself a bit more well-informed after the visit.…
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Date of experience: November 2018
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I thought I knew about the Azores until I went here and learned so much more. Very interesting, especially if you have roots in the Azores. The connection between these islands and the vibrant Portuguese communities in Toronto Canada, Massachusetts, California, and Hawaii are explained here. Although this museum is small, it has a lot to offer. The displays are simple but informative. I highly recommend the audio tour.I hope they continue to expand the offerings in this little gem.…
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Date of experience: September 2018
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Wasn't aware of the connection of the Azores to North America. So glad we included this stop on our vacation to the Azore Islands.
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Date of experience: October 2017
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Lots of great information on how and why people migrated from the Azores. For only one Euro each, you really can't beat it. They have neat displays of donated items and some stories about Azorean immigrants. The docent was very nice and helpful.
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Date of experience: May 2017
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This is a small but well-researched and organised museum in a historic building on a main road in Ribeira Grande (so quite straight forward to find and with adequate parking on site). Some of the personal stories are affecting and many of the photographs are very moving as they record people leaving the islands to try and find a 'better' life. The lady who runs the museum was very helpful and very willing to explain things (in excellent English). Definitely worth a visit.…
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Date of experience: April 2017
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