In a statement, the city hall revealed that “the Museum’s branches and the main building, as well as the Galerias do Convento do Espírito Santo, the Convento de Santo António and the Praça do Mar, registered a significant increase during the last year, consolidating the growth trajectory of these cultural spaces.”

In total, the municipality’s museums and art galleries had a total of “235,445 visitors, which represents an 11% growth (a net increase of 24,002 people) compared to the same period in 2024.”

The peaks recorded seasonally were in April and October, with 27,163 and 28,185 visitors, respectively.

“In addition to the increased number of visits, the strategic mission of these spaces, namely their social and educational function, has been reinforced, highlighting the relevant role of the Loulé Municipal Museum as a mediator for the construction of active citizenship,” reveals the municipality in a statement.

Serving the population

In 2025, the city hall reveals that “the educational service positioned itself as the engine for audience renewal.” In total, “189 activities aimed at school children were carried out, involving 4,339 children and young people; the Museum fostered critical thinking and heritage literacy.” With these initiatives, the city hall intends not only to carry out “History and Heritage education,” but also to create “a sense of belonging: by educating new generations.”

“On the other hand, regarding the Museum’s connection to local communities, the significant number of 40,672 participants in activities for adults and seniors (in a total of 180 actions) reflects a strategy of inclusion and combating isolation.”

“The 2025 balance is frankly positive, with a general upward trend in the value of almost all facilities. The strategy of revitalising and investing in educational services and activities for adults and seniors continues to yield visible results, with increased public participation. This is the work we want to continue, always thinking about our populations, but also about those who visit us,” says the Mayor of Loulé, Telmo Pinto, quoted in the press release.