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Horta Museum and its collection
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The Horta Museum is situated in the city and municipality of Horta, on the island of Faial, in the Azores. This location makes it a central point of interest for visitors to the island, offering a deep dive into the local history and culture.
Collections at the Horta Museum
The Horta Museum's collection includes various exhibits about the history of Faial. Notable among these are the works in fig tree pith by the Faial artist Euclides Silveira da Rosa, as well as works by Portuguese painters António Dacosta, Sousa Pinto, and Vieira Lusitano. These collections provide a unique insight into the artistic and cultural heritage of the region.
Capelinhos Museum Core
The Capelinhos Museum Core, part of the Horta Museum, provides a detailed account of the eruption of the Capelinhos Volcano in 1957. It features photographs of the phenomenon and scoria from the eruption, offering visitors a unique opportunity to learn about this significant event in the island's history.
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