Antônio Lemos Palace, Neoclassical museum in Cidade Velha, Brazil.
Antônio Lemos Palace is a museum in Belém's old town featuring neoclassical and eclectic architectural styles spread across two floors. Inside, visitors find paintings, sculptures, and photographs from Brazilian and international artists.
The building was constructed between 1860 and 1885 and first served as the seat of city government. Architect José Coelho da Gama e Abreu shaped its appearance during a period of great prosperity.
The palace is named after a governor and its design reflects the artistic tastes of the Belle Epoque era. Visitors can see how the city displayed its cultural ambitions during the rubber boom period through the building itself.
The museum has several exhibition rooms across two levels that are easy to explore on foot. It offers guided tours and workshops, plus a library with art books for visitors wanting to explore further.
The museum displays eleven paintings by Antônio Parreiras depicting Belém during the rubber boom. These works offer a direct look at the city as it was and are often overlooked by visitors who focus only on the building's architecture.
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