Museum of Brinquedo, Toy museum in Sintra, Portugal
The Museum of Brinquedo is a toy museum in Sintra that houses a large collection of playthings from different time periods and countries. The objects are arranged across several themed sections and feature examples from various regions around the world.
The museum documents the evolution of toys from the late 1800s through the mid-1900s by Portuguese makers. The collection preserves products that show how manufacturing methods and materials changed over time.
The collection features traditional Portuguese toys made from paper, clay, wood, and cork that show local craftsmanship and manufacturing traditions. You can observe how these materials were worked by hand and which techniques were passed down through generations.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and is easily reached on foot from the town center. Plan to spend an hour or two exploring the different sections, especially if you are interested in handcrafted details.
One highlight is an exact reconstruction of a classroom from Portugal's authoritarian political period, complete with original furniture and teaching materials. This room offers a rare look into school life from a specific era.
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