Patrimônio cultural e políticas patrimoniais: um estudo antropológico sobre o quilombo da base em Pacajus-CE

Abstract

This dissertation falls within the field of studies on Afro-Brazilian cultural heritage, taking as its object of analysis the Quilombola Community of Base, located in the municipality of Pacajus, Ceará. The work contextualizes the heritage processes promoted by the Brazilian State since the Federal Constitution of 1988, critically analyzing the historical transition of preservation policies and the persistence of gaps in the recognition of black heritage. The central issue guiding the investigation questions whether, in a context where cultural heritage is polysemic and permeated by symbolic power struggles, the current criteria and procedures for listing and registration are sufficient and adequate for the effective protection of Quilombola cultural assets. The methodology adopted is ethnography, combining quantitative and qualitative approaches for data production and analysis, developed through fieldwork carried out between April 2024 and October 2025. Participant observation techniques and semi-structured interviews with community leaders and residents were used. The overall objective is to understand the configuration of the cultural heritage of Quilombo da Base, articulating the specific objectives: I - to analyze heritage legislation aimed at the Afro-Brazilian segment; II - to understand the sociocultural elements that characterize local identity; III - to contribute to the cataloging of community assets.