Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu, Funchal
The Universe of Memories of João Carlos Nunes Abreu is a Civic and Cultural Center located in Funchal. It was established to serve as a repository for the collection donated by João Carlos Nunes Abreu. He was a multifaceted personality, having worked as a journalist, writer, hotel manager, and former Regional Secretary of Tourism and Culture in the Região Autónoma of Madeira.
João Carlos Abreu acquired all the art pieces during his trips around the world mostly as a Regional Secretary of Tourism and Culture in Madeira. This Universe of Memories reflects his life as an artist, traveler, journalist, and public person.
The Regional Government acquired a 19th-century mansion in Funchal in 2001, which was built by Francisco Simão, the illegitimate son of the Countess of Calçada. This mansion, situated close to the Santa Clara Convent and the Quinta das Cruzes Museum, features a library, an auditorium, and a chat house. The Civic and Cultural Center was officially opened on September 1, 2003.
João Carlos Abreu acquired all the art pieces during his trips around the world mostly as a Regional Secretary of Tourism and Culture in Madeira. This Universe of Memories reflects his life as an artist, traveler, journalist, and public person.
The Regional Government acquired a 19th-century mansion in Funchal in 2001, which was built by Francisco Simão, the illegitimate son of the Countess of Calçada. This mansion, situated close to the Santa Clara Convent and the Quinta das Cruzes Museum, features a library, an auditorium, and a chat house. The Civic and Cultural Center was officially opened on September 1, 2003.
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Sight Name: Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu
Sight Location: Funchal, Portugal (See walking tours in Funchal)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Funchal, Portugal (See walking tours in Funchal)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Funchal, Portugal
Create Your Own Walk in Funchal
Creating your own self-guided walk in Funchal is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Funchal Introduction Walking Tour
Empress Elisabeth of Austria spent time in Funchal in the late 19th century seeking rest and relief from illness. She reportedly referred to Madeira as “the island of eternal spring.”
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, traces its origins to the early decades of Portuguese expansion in the Atlantic. The island was officially settled in the early 15th century after captains serving Portuguese... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, traces its origins to the early decades of Portuguese expansion in the Atlantic. The island was officially settled in the early 15th century after captains serving Portuguese... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Monte Walking Tour
Monte, a spectacular hilltop area 550 meters above sea level in the northeast of Funchal, is a favored destination for many tourists visiting Madeira. Getting to and from Monte – up on the cable car and down on an exhilarating dry toboggan run – is only half the fun. The other half is exploring the unique blend of natural beauty and cultural attractions found in the area.
One of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles
One of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles