
World Oceans Day: how the sea connected the world
On World Oceans Day, discover how the sea connected continents in the 15th century and why it remains one of the world’s great routes of connection.

Across the week, the mood shifted from the very entrance: a theatrical welcome, special decorations, and a dedicated stand for younger visitors, where creativity took off (and many masks appeared along the way).
One of the most loved activities was the invitation to paint a Carnival mask, offered by the Museum. And the result spoke for itself:
More than a playful moment, it was a simple, beautiful way to experience the Museum actively, with time to create, share, and take a little piece of the experience home.
By marking this week, we also celebrated what sits behind the festivities: historical connections, cultural influences, and the way traditions travel and transform. The response once again confirmed the public’s interest in themed experiences that combine learning with active participation.
Over these days, World of Discoveries became exactly what it aims to be every day: a living museum, where the past speaks to the present and every visitor can feel part of the story.
Because at World of Discoveries, routes aren’t limited to oceans, they also pass through traditions, memories and celebrations that continue to connect different parts of the world.

On World Oceans Day, discover how the sea connected continents in the 15th century and why it remains one of the world’s great routes of connection.

On World Children’s Day, World of Discoveries invites young explorers to discover maps, clues, challenges and the spirit of adventure.

Discover why a Museum of the Discoveries still matters today, how museums help connect divided worlds, and why Porto is central to this story.
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