Aurélia de Sousa Industrial School

Category: Civil Architecture > School

District: Porto > Porto > Porto

Location

- In Bonfim, Porto, with access via Rua de Aurélia de Sousa.

History

- Founded in 1948, focused on female education and with origins in the Faria Guimarães Industrial School.

- The current building was inaugurated in 1958 and can accommodate up to 1500 students.

Architecture

- 20th-century building, standing out as an important educational space.

Courses and Activities

- Offers training in areas such as fashion, design, secretarial work, and tourism.

- Organizes cultural events and extracurricular activities for students.

Impact on the Community

- Provides technical education and training to young people, contributing to local development.

- Maintains a strong connection with the artistic history of Portugal, honoring the painter Aurélia de Sousa.

Visits

- Open to visits, allowing tourists to explore the history and educational environment.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt