Paço do Frevo, Frevo museum in Recife, Brazil
Paço do Frevo occupies the former Western Telegraph Company building, a late English Neoclassical structure protected by IPHAN, in Recife's historic center. The museum, opened on 9 February 2014, was designed by theatre director and set designer Bia Lessa. Its long-term exhibition Frevo Vivo, curated by historian Luiz Vinícius Maciel, opened on 29 May 2025.
The building originally served as the headquarters of Western Telegraph Company before becoming vacant for many years. In 2014 it was converted into this museum to preserve knowledge and traditions related to the Frevo movement.
Frevo is a traditional dance form deeply rooted in Recife's identity, passed down through generations of local families. Inside, you can experience how this art continues to shape daily celebrations and public gatherings throughout the city.
The museum sits in the heart of the old town and is easy to reach on foot, with plenty of space to explore across multiple floors. Visiting on weekends often brings more activities and performances, while weekdays tend to be quieter for a more peaceful experience.
The building is the former headquarters of the Western Telegraph Company, erected in a late English neoclassical style and listed by IPHAN. The museum opened on 9 February 2014, and its first museographic project was signed by theatre director and set designer Bia Lessa. In its first year it received more than 120,000 visitors.
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