Based in Mindelo, th Museum Center Cesária Évora was officially opened on 17 December 2015. This museum space is dedicated to safeguarding the life and work of Cesária Évora, the Diva of bare feet. The context of her creation reminds us of the need to value the contribution that this artist made to Cabo Verdean culture, through music and the human values that she cultivated within Mindelo society.
Saber MaisThe centre is located in a building donated by the Government of Cabo Verdein 1992 and houses a collection of discography, clothing, personal objects, photographs and videos. It includes a tasting room, another space dedicated to experiences related to the singer's habits and, finally, an audiovisual area. More than just exhibiting a set of objects, this memory space catapults visitors into a reflection on the values of social justice, solidarity, female empowerment and humility that this Cabo Verdean woman cultivated.
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