Renovation and modernization of the Museum of Minerals and Rocks at the Federal University of Espírito Santo, Vitória, ES

Abstract

The proposed investigation focused on the dynamics of renovation and modernization of the Museum of Minerals and Rocks at the Federal University of Espírito Santo. To this end, conservation processes, dissemination, organization and cataloging of the museological collection and their respective activities were engendered. The research enabled the partial restoration of the cabinets, exhibitors and lighting system, the computerization and visibility of the actions promoted by the institution and the choice and dissemination of the Museum's logo. Furthermore, the cataloging processes were recomposed, registered in a digital classification worksheet. Several samples of minerals and igneous rocks were classified, which had their data updated, collections reformulated, and characteristics scrutinized. At the end, more than 120 copies were recatalogued. It is considered that the museological renovation and modernization undertaken strengthened the teaching, research and extension activities fostered at the Museum of Minerals and Rocks, in addition to consolidating the institution as a reference space for the democratization of knowledge in Geosciences in Espírito Santo.