Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado, Literary museum in Pelourinho district, Salvador, Brazil
The museum occupies a 19th-century colonial building displaying Jorge Amado's literary collection, manuscripts, photographs, and personal objects across multiple exhibition rooms.
The foundation opened its doors in March 1987 to preserve and promote the works of Jorge Amado, who wrote extensively about Brazilian society from 1930 to 1992.
The foundation holds an extensive archive of Jorge Amado's novels translated into 49 languages, reflecting Brazilian traditions and social matters through literature.
Located at Largo do Pelourinho 15, the museum welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 10:00 to 18:00, with reduced admission prices on Wednesdays.
The museum contains a specialized research center with original manuscripts, letters, and documents available for scholars studying Brazilian literature and Jorge Amado's works.
GPS coordinates: -12.97171,-38.50851
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:30
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