Madeira Story Centre
Historical interpretation centre in the Zona Velha (Old Town) of Funchal, with an interactive route through the history and culture of Madeira, from its volcanic origins to the present day.
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About the museum
The Madeira Story Centre opened to the public in 2005 as a historical interpretation centre in the Zona Velha (Old Town) of Funchal. The route tells the history and culture of the island of Madeira, from its volcanic origins to the present day, in a chronological and interactive way.
The exhibition appeals to the five senses, with interactive panels, scent boxes, sounds, images and games, and covers themes such as flora, the legends of the discovery, the discovery of Madeira, trade and corsairs, the island as a strategic point, the development of the archipelago and the period after the great navigations. The visit takes about 45 minutes.
Later, an area was added in the Almirante Reis garden, next to the Funchal Cable Car, where two former port landing craft, the “Mosquito” and the “Áquila”, are on display. The building also includes a craft shop and a panoramic restaurant on the terrace.
Highlights
- Interactive route through Madeira's history, from its volcanic origins to the present day
- Interactive panels, scent boxes, sounds and games
- Landing craft “Mosquito” and “Áquila” in the Almirante Reis garden
- Regional craft shop
- Panoramic restaurant on the terrace
Permanent exhibition
- Exposição interativa sobre a história da Madeira – Chronological route through the themes: volcanic origins, flora, legends of the discovery, discovery of Madeira, trade and corsairs, a strategic island, development and the period after the navigations.
- Founded
- 2005
Admission & discounts
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to regional tourist information, there is a lift, access ramps and adapted toilets.
Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 45 min |
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Restaurant
- Museum shop
Panoramic restaurant on the terrace, with capacity for 200 people, and craft shop with regional products. Theme gardens with plants and flowers typical of Madeira.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Good to know | The visit takes about 45 minutes. Museum direct line: +351 291 639 082. |
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