Corvo Ecomuseum – Casa do Tempo

PLACE · LANDSCAPE · EXPERIENCE

The story, identity and character of the place

Opened in 2019, Casa do Tempo stands in the historic core of Vila do Corvo. It belongs to an ecomuseum project that goes beyond a conventional exhibition room: the Ecomuseum connects places, objects, archives and practices with the territory in which they make sense. What you will really discover: a place designed not to replace exploring the island, but to give you the keys to read it. Its official purpose is to help visitors build their own itinerary according to their interests and motivation.

Inside, the visit provides context on the island’s history and settlement. Official material describes a chronology, photographic archives and content devoted to Corvo’s community. In 2024, the long-term exhibition “Vila do Corvo: Antes e Agora” opened at Casa do Tempo, placing historic photographs of the village alongside contemporary images. When conditions matter: it is one of Corvo’s most useful choices when outdoor activities become less comfortable. Check the official opening hours before going, especially because the site is closed on weekends and public holidays.

The point is not to see everything, but to give meaning to what you will notice outside. After visiting Casa do Tempo, the houses, paths, dry-stone walls, old agricultural equipment and Caldeirão can be read with a different context.