This is the first museum in Portugal exclusively dedicated to the world of puppetry, including puppet performance and promotion, especially within the Portuguese context. The collection brings together pieces from various corners of the world, featuring different manipulation techniques and types of puppets: shadow, glove, string, rod, or mixed manipulation.
The museum organises visits, workshops and training sessions for all audiences and also has a documentation centre and an Arts Lab. The Chapel and Cloister serve as multipurpose spaces where temporary exhibitions and performances are held.
It is located within the Convento das Bernardas, a building that dates back to the 17th century. In addition to its original purpose, the convent has taken on several different roles over the course of its history: school, cinema and performance hall, and a residential space, a role it continues to this day.
