The Easter school break is the perfect opportunity to explore new environments where education meets fun. The Holiday Program at the Vila do Conde Museum offers a diverse schedule of workshops across its different venues, promoting moments of discovery, interaction, and adventure.

“Your Little Egg Box”
In this workshop, children decorate a box for eggs, inspired by the chickens that traveled aboard ships during the Age of Maritime Expansion. They learn how eggs were essential for long voyages and for spreading poultry around the world, while also exploring sustainability in a fun and educational way.
March 28 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
ALFÂNDEGA RÉGIA – SHIPBUILDING MUSEUM

“My Book Bag”
In this creative activity, children paint a cloth bag featuring the face of José Régio, creating a personalized item to carry and store a book. This initiative encourages artistic expression while introducing them to the poet’s world.
March 31 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
CASA DE JOSÉ RÉGIO

“Easter Treasures – Collect and Keep”
In this activity, children discover the joy of collecting small symbolic Easter objects and create a special place to store them, inspired by José Régio’s spirit as a collector.
April 1 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
CASA DE JOSÉ RÉGIO

“The Secret of the Oceans – Navigators’ Treasure Hunt”
In this immersive historical adventure, children solve challenges that connect them with the past. They develop teamwork, communication, and cooperation while uncovering clues and discovering treasures, stimulating creativity and imagination through the experience of life aboard a ship.
April 2 | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
16TH-CENTURY SHIP (NAU QUINHENTISTA)

“Spring Crown at José Régio House”
In this workshop, children create a crown inspired by the colors, flowers, and symbols of the season, celebrating the arrival of spring in the intimate setting of José Régio House.
April 2 | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
CASA DE JOSÉ RÉGIO

“Between Planks and Waves”
In this workshop, children explore local history by learning about the different vessels built in Vila do Conde’s shipyards. They develop creativity and artistic expression through hands-on activities connected to the sea and wooden shipbuilding.
April 3 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
NAUTICAL ARTS CENTER – POLE 1

“The History and Heritage of Vila do Conde Between Past and Present”
Family Peddy-Paper
In this activity, families are challenged to explore Vila do Conde’s historical heritage through an interactive learning experience, visiting monuments and museums along the way.
April 11 | 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Meeting point: ALFÂNDEGA RÉGIA – SHIPBUILDING MUSEUM