The National Museum of Contemporary Art

The National Museum of Contemporary Art is an art museum in Lisbon spread across multiple floors, displaying Portuguese artistic creations from different periods. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and installations that represent various artistic movements and approaches.

The museum was founded in 1911 as Portugal's primary venue for collecting and exhibiting modern Portuguese artworks. Over the 20th century, it evolved to bridge traditional and contemporary artistic practice.

The collection features works by Portuguese artists responding to social and environmental issues of their time. You can see how local creators express their perspectives through painting, sculpture, and video installations.

The multiple floors allow you to explore at your own pace without feeling rushed through the space. Informational panels and labels help you understand the artworks on display.

The museum holds works by lesser-known artists alongside established figures, giving you the chance to discover creations often overlooked in mainstream art history. This selection offers a more honest view of the country's artistic diversity.

Location: Santa Maria Maior

Address: R. Serpa Pinto 4, 1200-444 Lisboa

Phone: +351213432148

Website: http://museuartecontemporanea.gov.pt

GPS coordinates: 38.70833,-9.14101

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22