Alberto Sampaio Museum

The Alberto Sampaio Museum is housed in three sections of a former Collegiate Church: the Chapter House, the Cloister, and the Priory building. These spaces contain stone sculptures, wooden carvings, ecclesiastical vestments, and religious items created between the 12th and 19th centuries.

A monastery was founded at this location in the 10th century by Countess Mumadona Dias and later transformed into a Collegiate Church. This transformation shaped the religious and social life of the region for centuries.

The collection displays religious artworks that reflect the spiritual life of different eras through sculpture and sacred objects. Stone carvings, wooden figures, and decorated liturgical items show the craftsmanship of generations who created them for worship and devotion.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and allows time to explore all three sections at a comfortable pace. Wear comfortable shoes, as the spaces include multiple levels and staircases to navigate.

The museum preserves a rare military garment that King John I wore during the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. This piece of clothing connects the collection to a pivotal moment in Portuguese history.