Mission, vision and values

Mission

The Museum of Pontevedra is a public, non-profit institution at the service of society and its development. Since its foundation in 1927, its mission has been to conserve, exhibit, research and disseminate a wide collection of archaeological, artistic, historical and ethnographic objects; to offer temporary exhibitions and to contribute to the province’s artistic and cultural development, also carrying out and participating in activities of national and international relevance.

In addition to disseminating culture and humanities in areas of Galician, Spanish and universal interest, the Museum carries out its own research work, focusing mainly on its collections but also on different aspects of the history of the city, the province and Galicia. At the same time it collaborates in other research programmes and with different institutions.

Vision

The Museum of Pontevedra is a museum of the 21st century, with a clearly social orientation, focusing on reflecting on social issues and ways of living and thinking that have shaped the provincial territory over time. Set apart by the uniqueness of its collections, the technical training of its professionals, the quality of the cultural and educational experience it promotes, its ability to innovate and strive for efficiency in all areas of management, and its outward-looking approach through cooperation and the exchange of ideas and experiences.

Values

They represent everything it believes in, the strong ideas that guide its daily actions and that are promoted by the Museum of Pontevedra in the performance of a public service that strives for excellence:

  • Trust in the team based on a shared vision of the Museum.
  • Belief in inter-administrative and inter-institutional collaboration.
  • Vocation for public service operating under quality and excellence criteria.
  • Social commitment and focus on citizen participation.
  • Respect for diversity and transmission of transversal principles and values.
  • Creative and innovative spirit.
  • Sustainability and efficiency in resource management.
  • Transparency and communication.