Category: Culture and Entertainment > Art Gallery
District: Bragança > Alfândega da Fé > Alfândega da Fé > Praça do Município
The House of Culture is located in the center of the village of Alfândega da Fé, in a dynamic area near the Municipal Square. It is strategically positioned between Largo de São Sebastião and the Municipal Garden, serving as a connecting and meeting point in the heart of the locality. Its presence contributes to the civic and cultural atmosphere of the central area of the village.
This building, inaugurated in September 2004, was designed by the renowned architect Alcino Soutinho. Its contemporary architecture represents a distinctive mark on the urban landscape of Alfândega da Fé. The project focuses on functionality, allowing the different spaces within to operate independently. A notable feature is the covered passage that establishes a direct physical connection between Largo de São Sebastião and the Municipal Garden, integrating the building into the surrounding environment.
The Mestre José Rodrigues House of Culture is a central facility for cultural revitalization in Alfândega da Fé. It functions as a multifunctional structure that hosts various activities. It is a space dedicated to the promotion of plastic arts, literature, theater, and music, as well as the valorization of local traditions. The building is an essential reference point for those seeking cultural experiences in the village.
The name of the House of Culture pays tribute to Mestre José Rodrigues, a highly recognized plastic artist with strong ties to Alfândega da Fé. Although he was born in Porto, his parents were from the village, and he always maintained a connection of friendship and proximity with the locality. Mestre José Rodrigues contributed significantly to the cultural projection of the municipality and left visible marks of his work. The building also remembers other local figures who promoted culture and the realization of this space.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.3410853,-6.9618045
Coordinates DMS: 41°20'27.9"N 06°57'42.5"W
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