Museu Militar dos Açores

About the museum

The Museu Militar dos Açores preserves and displays military heritage, mainly connected with Portuguese military history, from a regional perspective that seeks to strengthen collective memory and identity. It is housed in the Fortaleza de São Brás, a Renaissance monument built in the second half of the 16th century in Ponta Delgada.

The museum has two permanent exhibition rooms with nine thematic areas, and a room for temporary exhibitions. Themes include the First World War and the Overseas War (Guerra do Ultramar). The collections range from light and heavy weapons to uniforms, equipment, vehicles and communication systems.

It has a historical archive and outdoor areas with views over Ponta Delgada. Information is available in Portuguese and English, and guided tours are by prior booking.

Highlights

• Renaissance Fortaleza de São Brás (16th century)
• Two permanent exhibition rooms with nine thematic areas
• Weapons, uniforms, vehicles and communication systems
• Outdoor areas with views over Ponta Delgada

Permanent exhibition

• Exposição de longa duração do Museu Militar dos Açores – Two rooms with nine thematic areas, including the First World War and the Overseas War, with weapons, uniforms, equipment, vehicles and communication systems.

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Exército Português

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Getting there & parking

In the historic centre of Ponta Delgada, near the harbour; accessible on foot or by public transport.

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