Memória, patrimônio e educação: metodologias colaborativas em comunidades pesqueiras, o caso da Escola Brazilina Eugênia de Oliveira, Poças, Conde, Bahia, Brasil

Abstract

This work investigates and demonstrates the importance of educational initiatives aimed at valuing local cultural heritage, focusing on the community of Poças, Bahia, Brazil. Through practical activities, such as the "Walking Class" and the "Heritage Tree Dynamic," conducted with children and teachers, the aim was to explore and strengthen the relationships between education and the preservation of cultural memory. The methodology involved the active participation of students and teachers, promoting a holistic approach that integrates local knowledge and personal perceptions, adhering to the principles of participant research. The results show that teaching practices that incorporate aspects of memory and heritage enrich student learning and strengthen the community's self-esteem by recognizing themselves as agents of their own cultural narrative. Collaborative actions with the community proved to be fundamental in promoting community engagement and initiatives for the preservation of local heritage. This study highlights that new museology and social museology can play importants roles in educational processes, fostering feelings and enabling the expression of identities essential for building a future that respects and values local cultural roots.