Memorial Esperança García
About This Museum
Did you know Brazil had its own 'Phyllis Wheatley', an enslaved woman who penned a courageous letter pleading for her family's freedom? That's the powerful story at the heart of this museum, which feels more like a sacred space than a traditional gallery. You walk in and are immediately drawn into Esperança García's world through her own words, displayed with profound reverence. It’s a deeply moving and essential chapter of Piauí's history that often gets overlooked.
Collection Highlights
The centerpiece is, without a doubt, a dramatic, large-scale reproduction of her 1770 letter—seeing her elegant script and hearing it read aloud is haunting. Other exhibits poignantly contrast the brutal reality of slavery with the rich cultural and religious life enslaved people built for themselves against all odds.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away in an annex on Avenida Miguel Rosa in Teresina's center, so keep an eye out for it. The atmosphere is quiet and contemplative, perfect for really absorbing the weight of this history.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a modern, unassuming annex building, the focus here is entirely on the narrative inside rather than ornate external architecture.
Contact & Location
Address: 64000-480, Centro, Teresina, Região Geográfica Imediata de Teresina, Região Integrada de Desenvolvimento da Grande Teresina, Região Geográfica Intermediária de Teresina, Piauí, Região Nordeste, Brasil
Phone: +55 86 3216-3702
