O Cemitério Da Santa Casa De Caridade De Bagé (RS): A Produção de Artefatos para aprimorar a Experiência do Visitante.

This article aims to understand the relationship between the concepts of Visitor Experience, Dark Tourism, Cemetery Tourism, and Cultural Tourism, analyzing the potential for developing a product that enhances the experience at the Santa Casa de Caridade Cemetery in Bagé – RS. Visiting cemeteries for leisure, contemplation, or historical interest is a well-established practice in various parts of the world, particularly in Europe and the United States. In Brazil, although this segment is still relatively recent, its growing exploration can be observed in certain spaces and tourist itineraries. Using the Design Science Research methodology, the study investigates theories and practices of Cemetery Tourism and proposes a solution to improve the visitor experience. Thus, the research seeks to develop interpretive material that highlights cemetery heritage by exploring the tombs present in the site, promoting historical awareness of the location.