Fundação Pierre Verger, Biographical museum in Salvador, Brazil
The Fundação Pierre Verger is a biographical museum in Salvador dedicated to documenting African and Afro-Brazilian cultural connections. The building was the residence of French photographer Pierre Verger and now holds his photograph collection, bedroom, personal library, and research materials.
French photographer Pierre Verger arrived in Salvador in 1946 and devoted himself to documenting local traditions and their African roots. The foundation was established in 1988 in his former residence to preserve and share his work with the public.
The foundation displays photographs of ceremonies, daily moments, and traditions showing how Bahia and the Bight of Benin region share cultural roots. Visitors see these documented practices as they continue to exist in local communities today.
Visitors can explore the photographer's bedroom, personal collection, and research materials, with guided tours available for deeper understanding. It is helpful to allow time for browsing and check opening hours in advance before planning your visit.
The foundation distributes photographic prints from its collection to African religious temples in the region, keeping the archives directly connected to living traditions. This creates an unusual relationship between a museum and the communities it documents.
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