Industrial and Handicraft Textile Museum Guided Tour

Interested in learning about the golden age of Portuguese textiles? Learn about its rich history and the various stages of the textile process on this guided tour of the Industrial and Handicraft Textile Museum.

Tour Details

The Industrial and Handicraft Textile Museum (MIAT) is located inside an old carpet factory in the center of Portugal. This century-old building in Mira de Aire houses a vast collection of artisanal equipment and industrial machines utilized in the wool transformation process.

During the guided tour of the MIAT, you will explore the history of the golden age of Portuguese textiles, when Mira de Aire and Minde led this sector in the 20th century. The tour covers the different stages of the textile process–from wool shearing, washing, and carding to dyeing and sewing. Additionally, you will discover how blankets and other textiles are crafted.

This tour lasts between 1 hour and 1.5 hours, concluding with intriguing curiosities about the textile world.

Opening Times

The MIAT is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm. The guided visits occur every 60 minutes. Alternatively, visitors have the option to explore the museum at their own pace without a guide.