Catetinho, Presidential heritage museum in Park Way, Brazil.
Catetinho is a two-story wooden structure in Park Way that contains four suites, a presidential room, and a small bar. These spaces connect through a long open corridor that forms the building's central spine.
President Juscelino Kubitschek established this residence as a temporary stay during Brasilia's construction. The building was completed in ten days in November 1956.
The name references the Palácio do Catete in Rio de Janeiro, which once served as Brazil's presidential residence and inspired the naming of this place.
The museum sits on the BR-040 highway and opens Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Guided tours help visitors understand the site's history and spaces more fully.
A nearby spring bears the name of musician Tom Jobim and inspired him to compose a samba song called 'Drinking Water' during a visit. This musical connection links the place to Brazil's broader cultural story.
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