Culture House

Category: Civil Architecture > Cultural Centre

District: Setúbal > Setúbal > Setúbal > Centro Histórico

Location

Casa da Cultura is situated in the heart of Setúbal's Historic Centre, an area that invites on-foot discovery, full of picturesque streets and traditional buildings. Located on Rua Detrás da Guarda, its position is privileged, being very close to Praça de Bocage, one of the city's most well-known and central points. This location facilitates access for those exploring Setúbal's oldest area, allowing an immersion in the characteristic urban environment of the locality.

History and Cultural Role

This space is one of Setúbal's main cultural and artistic centres, playing a crucial role in local cultural dynamism. Its establishment took place in the building that, in times, was the headquarters of the Círculo Cultural de Setúbal, an institution with a strong legacy in promoting citizenship and access to culture. Casa da Cultura thus maintains a continuous link with the city's history, serving as a place for the evocation of memories, while also projecting itself into the future, by hosting and developing new artistic and cultural expressions.

Artistic Diversity and Notable Spaces

Casa da Cultura is a hub for artistic promotion and creation, presenting a wide range of activities encompassing music, cinema, theatre, dance, and photography. Visitors can explore the Exhibition Gallery, which hosts various displays. One of its most captivating nooks is the Café das Artes, which extends to the Pátio do Dimas, an outdoor space adorned with a vertical garden, ideal for moments of socializing or for watching small concerts. Indoors, highlights also include the Noble Hall, which impresses with its restored original elements, such as a ceiling fresco and an old chandelier, and the Centre for Documentation, Study and Promotion of Portuguese Popular Song, which enriches the cultural experience with its connection to Portuguese music and history.

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