About the museum
It is a space dedicated to health education, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in a fun and interactive experience to learn more about healthy lifestyles, medicine of the future and humanity’s enduring desire for longevity, with well-being as a central focus.

In knowledge lies the true gain

Visit by the National Museum of Natural History and Science to Skope
The MUHNAC - National Museu of Natural History and Science, part of the University of Lisbon, is a leading institution in the preservation and dissemination of scientific and natural heritage, promoting knowledge and curiosity about the world around us. We would like...

At Skope, knowledge comes to life!
We welcomed a group of 12th-year students from the professional Health Assistant course at Porto de Mós Secondary School to Skope – Museum of Medicine and Health, who took part in the “Pela Minha Rica Saúde” (For My Good Health) activity. Through challenges,...

Lifelong learning also happens at Skope!
We were delighted to welcome the board of Academia dos Saberes to Skope – Museum of Medicine and Health, to discover the stories and curiosities that bring our Blue House to life. The Academia dos Saberes is a project that promotes continuous learning, socialising and...
What our visitors say about us
Sílvia (Aveiro, Portugal)
An innovative and tasteful space suitable for all generations. It’s a unique and highly recommendable place to visit!
Wishing you continued success for the excellent work you are doing.
Vera (Lisbon, Portugal)
The visit far exceeded our expectations – it was spectacular.
Congratulations on this initiative!
Nuno and Ângela (Aveiro, Portugal)
An afternoon well spent, with an excellent exhibition, great content, comprehensible even to those who aren’t experts in the field.
Luís and Fernanda (Porto, Portugal)
It was another enriching experience in terms of the discoveries of the world of science and medicine. A huge challenge! Our congratulations! Thank you!
Mafalda Ribeiro (Lisbon, Portugal)
Congratulations on your boldness!
You’ve come so far, but perhaps what matters even more: the “once upon a time”…starts now. What a privilege to have had the chance to see the early conceptual stages of the museum and to now explore all its scenes from the perspective of my wheelchair. Thank you for conveying what medicine is all about with such passion. I’ll be back and will recommend others to visit.
Fernanda Freitas (Lisbon, Portugal)
As a regular museum-goer, I can say that this one is on a par with the great international house museums I’ve visited! Congratulations on your good taste, the collection and the care taken in bringing this absolutely extraordinary story to life!
José Pedro Cobra (Lisbon, Portugal)
I am passionate about learning and am proud to be Portuguese. It was a privilege to have been part of the “obstetrics” of this project: built and nurtured with love for the past and a strong desire for a better future, focusing on education and health. We have something of world-class quality in Portugal, with huge growth potential, which is already planned, and I hope it comes to fruition soon. “Museum” is a word that comes from the days of the inspiring muses in Alexandria. Thank you for inspiring us!
Ilda P. and Odete S. (Aveiro, Portugal)
I really enjoyed everything I saw and experienced. I sincerely congratulate all those who contributed to this work.
Goulão (Aveiro, Portugal)
The museum is spectacular and unique in Portugal. It’s like a history lesson in medicine.
Long live the museum with its Aradas spirit!
Universidade Sénior (Oeiras, Portugal)
Thank you so much!
It was a huge pleasure to visit the Skope Museum. We were welcomed with professionalism and great empathy, which was noted by all the group. Our heartfelt gratitude!
Just today, I had the opportunity to recommend the museum to my colleagues, and I will continue to do so, recognising your excellent work.
Congratulations once again!
Margarida (Oeiras, Portugal)
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you and the rest of the Skope Museum staff for the excellent way in which you conducted the visit, for the knowledge of the Foundation’s objectives and guiding principles that you so ably shared, and most of all, for your professionalism and kindness. The Skope Museum deserves our full support because it is not only aimed at young people, but also at those who, like us, are committed to promoting the health and well-being of the elderly. With this in mind, we will do all we can to promote your cause, which is also ours.
Carla and José (Aveiro, Portugal)
The museum is excellently organised and presents a well-executed chronology of medicine. The content seems to me to be very scientifically sound, and the length of the visit is perfectly paced. I hope it’s a huge success. Congratulations!
Danilo A. (Aveiro, Portugal)
I really enjoyed my recent visit. I already visited the museum about twenty years ago, but things have really changed for the better since then. Thank you!
Catarina F. (Ílhavo, Portugal)
An excellent journey of discovery. It was wonderful to return to this museum 28 years later. I first visited this place when it was the Dr. Hermes House Museum, and I was a first-year nursing student and trainee in the obstetrics department at Aveiro Hospital. Congratulations on this remarkable initiative. Many thanks.
Carla B. (Aveiro, Portugal)
A marvellous collection, built up over a lifetime, and an admirable effort in transforming it into this unique and enriching museum. A huge congratulations to you, and best wishes for your continued success!
Catarina B. (Aveiro, Portugal)
Very, very good! The restoration of the house, the evolution of the exhibition, the technological touches… it’s on a par with the best I’ve seen anywhere. I wouldn’t have expected anything less from you, especially with Dr. Hermes’ inspiration behind it. Congratulations!
Nancy O. (São Paulo, Brazil)
Spectacular experience visiting the museum! It’s very important and interesting to have the opportunity to learn about the evolution of medicine up to the present day. Science is always advancing, and we benefit from this progress. I have every admiration for healthcare professionals.
Lena C. (Aveiro, Portugal)
The visit allowed me to revisit medical practices from my past as a starting point for the present and future challenges of medicine.
Sónia N. (Luanda, Angola)
Skope is a very interesting museum. The museum is housed in a beautifully preserved building that alone is worth the visit. Inside, the well-organised exhibits not only showcase the history of medicine but are also genuine works of art.
Teresa G. (Ílhavo, Portugal)
It was a doubly emotional experience. Both because I got to know the space and see it transformed into something special to honour the memory of Dr. Hermes, and because I was able to travel through the history of medicine, shared by thousands of objects that reveal so much about humanity. It’s a must-see in Aveiro.
Carlos C. (Lisbon, Portugal)
It was an unexpected combination of sensory experiences and the acquisition of highly exclusive knowledge. A visit to this museum is also a fascinating journey into the way health professionals have cared for us all of us over the years and how they have constantly evolved.
Founders and partners
Companies and organisations that support the Casa Hermes Foundation in making history of medicine and health projects possible, including Skope – Health and Medicine Museum.
Founders
Patrons
Health partner
Scientific partners
Technology partner
Community partner
Skilled volunteers
Support
Founders and partners
Companies and organisations that support the Casa Hermes Foundation in making history of medicine and health projects possible, including Skope – Health and Medicine Museum.
Founders
Skilled volunteers
Where we are
Skope – Health and Medicine Museum is located in Aradas, just three kilometres from the centre of Aveiro, Portugal.
OPENING HOURS
For school visits
Monday to Friday
- 10am – 1pm
- 2pm – 6pm
By prior arrangement
For the general public
Tuesday to Friday
- 10am – 1pm
- 2pm – 6pm
Last entry at 12pm and at 5pm
Prior booking preferred
For more information and to schedule visits
T: 925 731 830 | E: info@skope.pt