Museu Mineiro do Lousal

The Lousal Mining Museum is situated in the quaint village of Lousal, nestled in the parish of Azinheira dos Barros and São Mamede do Sádão, in the municipality of Grândola, district of Setúbal, Portugal. This location offers visitors a chance to explore the rich history and culture of the region, while also enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Collection of the Lousal Mining Museum

The Lousal Mining Museum is housed in the former Power Station building, adding a unique historical context to the museum. The museum boasts a significant collection in the field of industrial archaeology, offering visitors a glimpse into the industrial past of the region. The collection includes manual work tools, engines/generators, compressors, an alternator (cut), administrative activity, forms of mine lighting before electricity, mine lighting in the era of electricity, pneumatic hammers, helmets, a centrifuge, technical literature, and a reconstruction of the old pointer's office.

Special Exhibitions at the Lousal Mining Museum

In addition to its permanent collection, the Lousal Mining Museum also hosts the exhibition 'Models of Mines of the 19th Century: Exhibition of Mining Exploration Devices'. This exhibition is based on the collection of the Mining Exploration section of the Department of Mines and Georesources of the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), in Lisbon. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the history and techniques of mining exploration during the 19th century.