Algarve History Course

Objetives

Promote interest in the region's history and heritage, contributing to the dissemination of its various fields (archeology, art history, cultural history, oral history, intangible heritage, urbanism, etc.).

Given the general interest of the subjects covered in the course, this is not aimed exclusively at the academic environment, but at a wider audience, interested in enriching knowledge about the history and heritage of the Algarve.

Theme

The 22nd edition of the Open Course, exploring the theme of 'Voices of Resistance', will focus on the historical analysis of the various forms of opposition, protest and resilience developed by individuals and communities in response to different systems of domination and exclusion. It is based on the idea that resistance is not only evident in revolutionary moments or contexts of armed conflict, but also in everyday practices, subtle survival strategies, cultural forms, symbolic expressions, and social dynamics which are frequently overlooked by dominant historical narratives. It is crucial that we understand and remember these practices and forms so that we can preserve their memory and use them to resist the dangers of the present day.

Throughout the course, we will examine various experiences of political, social, economic and cultural resistance led by marginalised groups and collective actors who have challenged imposed norms and power hierarchies in local and global contexts. The aim is to challenge simplistic interpretations of history by highlighting the complexity of power relations and the agency of historical actors, even in contexts of repression and severe inequality.

Operating Mode

The course will run from 2 to 30 June 2026, in a face-to-face format.

Date: on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

Schedule: From 6pm to 8pm

Venue: Gambelas Campus - Amphitheatre of the Pedagogical Complex