Um olhar para o passado de Serrinha: identidade, memória e valorização patrimonial

Abstract

This study addresses the lack of effective public policies for preserving the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage of Serrinha, Bahia. Neglect of the city's tangible heritage has resulted in the loss of essential monuments and buildings tied to local history. Unplanned urban growth further exacerbates the destruction of these landmarks, undermining the collective memory and identity of its residents. Despite the urban transformations, the population’s emotional connection to these spaces endures,m albeit under threat from interventions that disregard the city's historical significance. In response to this scenario, the study aims to inventory representative buildings that illustrate Serrinha's urban evolution during the 19th and 20th centuries. The research mapped approximately 30 historic buildings across the Centro, Estação, and Ginásio neighborhoods, areas that house a significant portion of the city's architectural legacy. Due to the impracticality of including all relevant historical assets, ten buildings of notable importance were selected for detailed analysis. These include the former parish church, the railway station, the first municipal government building, the Nogueira Family Manor, the Gonzaga Construction Supplies building, the old endemic diseases post, the Barcelar Family residence, the Rubem Nogueira State School, the Ferreira Filho Hospital, and the Pedreira de Freitas Family residence. The study involved an extensive literature review on Serrinha’s history and heritage,combined with archival photographic research and on-site visits. Inventory forms were created to compile essential data on the architecture and historical significance of the selected buildings. This work aims to contribute to safeguarding these assets and fostering awareness about the importance of preserving Serrinha's historical legacy for future generations.