Sacaca Museum
Amapá
The Sacaca Museum, officially known as the Centro de Pesquisas Museológicas Museu Sacaca, is a prominent cultural and scientific institution located in Macapá, the capital of Amapá state in Brazil. Established in 1997, the museum is dedicated to promoting research, preservation, and communication of both scientific knowledge and the popular wisdom of Amazonian peoples. Its extensive grounds cover approximately 21,000 square meters in the Trem neighborhood, featuring an open-air exhibition circuit developed in collaboration with indigenous, riverine, extractivist, and cassava-producing communities. The museum's collections stem from earlier institutions dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, which were later merged to form the current museum. It honors Raimundo dos Santos Souza, known as "Sacaca," a local healer influential in popularizing natural medicine in the region. The museum serves as a key regional reference for biodiversity, sustainable development, ethnology, socioeconomic organization, and Amazonian culture. It also conducts its own research and produces natural products such as soaps and muscle pain ointments, available through its on-site pharmacy. Annual events like "Museu Vivo" invite community members to engage visitors by demonstrating traditional lifestyles and customs. Educational programs, cultural activities, and workshops-especially aimed at children-are integral to its mission. Despite challenges related to funding and maintenance, the museum remains an essential cultural hub and tourist attraction in Macapá.
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Astuce: Visitors are encouraged to explore the open-air exhibition circuit during the dry season for comfortable weather. Booking guided tours in advance can enhance the experience, especially for educational groups. The museum offers discounts for students, seniors, and groups. Participation in annual events like "Museu Vivo" provides unique interactive opportunities with local communities. Check the official website for current opening hours and special events.
Faits intéressants
- •The museum's open-air exhibition circuit was created with active participation from indigenous and traditional communities of Amapá.
- •Sacaca Museum produces natural products such as soaps and muscle ointments derived from regional plants, sold in its own pharmacy.
- •The annual 'Museu Vivo' project invites local community members to interact with visitors, showcasing traditional Amazonian customs and lifestyles.
- •The museum's 'Pontinho de Cultura' project won the 'Viva Leitura' contest by Brazil's Ministry of Culture in 2009, funding the construction of a children's park.
- •In 2010, the museum was a finalist among 1829 entries in the 'Viva Leitura' contest with the project 'Leitura e Ciência'.
- •The museum promotes cultural awards like the 'Prêmio Chico Mendes' and 'Prêmio Cultura Viva' to support regional cultural projects.
Histoire
The Sacaca Museum was inaugurated in 1997, originating from the fusion of two earlier museums: the Museu de HistĂłria Natural Ă‚ngelo Moreira da Costa Lima and the Museu de Plantas Medicinais Waldomiro de Oliveira Gomes, established in the 1970s and 1980s.
Initially named after the Instituto de Pesquisas CientĂficas e TecnolĂłgicas do Estado do Amapá (IEPA), it was renamed in 1999 to honor Raimundo dos Santos Souza, nicknamed "Sacaca," a renowned local healer.
In 2002, following a new statute, it was officially designated as the Centro de Pesquisas MuseolĂłgicas Museu Sacaca.
Over the years, it has become a leading cultural and scientific center in Amapá and a notable tourist destination in Macapá, despite facing challenges related to funding and infrastructure maintenance.
Guide du lieu
Open-Air Exhibition Circuit1997-present
A unique outdoor display area developed in partnership with indigenous, riverine, extractivist, and cassava-producing communities, illustrating the main environments and social organizations of the Amazon region.
Natural Products Pharmacy2000s
On-site pharmacy offering natural products such as soaps and ointments made from regional plants, produced through the museum's own research and development.
Children's Park2009
A playground area funded by the 'Pontinho de Cultura' project, designed to engage children with cultural and environmental education through play.
