José Régio House Museum

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Porto > Vila do Conde > Vila do Conde > Centro Histórico

Location:

The José Régio House Museum is located in the historic center of Vila do Conde. It is situated on one of the town's main avenues, which today bears the poet's name, integrating it into the old urban fabric and facilitating pedestrian access to the heart of the locality.

The Poet's Personal Environment

This place was not originally conceived as a museum, but rather as the house where José Régio chose to live his final years after his retirement. Upon visiting, one discovers an intimate space, largely organized according to his wishes and personal taste. It is possible to explore the different rooms that made up his home, such as his study, the bedroom where he rested, the dining room, or the library, offering a glimpse into the writer's daily life and universe.

An Intriguing Collection

Throughout his life, José Régio was a dedicated collector of objects of various kinds. The house houses a significant part of this collection, which reveals the poet's passions and interests. Here one finds everything from furniture and ceramics to a wide range of art pieces. Highlights include paintings from different eras and styles, including contemporary works and Régio's own drawings. There is also a notable collection of sculpture, with many pieces of popular origin and sacred art, such as religious images and ex-votos. The extensive library, with old editions, is another point of interest.

The Garden and the View

In addition to the interior spaces, the house features an outdoor garden that invites a moment of pause. Outside, there is also a viewpoint. This offers a different perspective of the property and its urban surroundings, complementing the experience of visiting the house.

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