Jewish Museum of São Paulo, Jewish museum in Bela Vista, Brazil
The Jewish Museum of São Paulo is a building in Bela Vista that displays over 2,000 objects documenting the stories of Jewish immigrants in Brazil. The collections include personal objects, religious artifacts, photographs, documents, and contemporary art installations.
The building began as Beth El Synagogue in 1928 with Byzantine architectural style, before opening as a museum in 2021 after major renovation work. The transformation preserved the original structure while making the space a new center for education and remembrance.
The exhibitions show Jewish life in Brazil through personal objects, religious items, and photographs that tell stories of families and communities. Visitors can see how these objects reflect the connection between tradition and life in Brazil.
The museum is located in Bela Vista and is easy to reach by public transport, especially from Higienópolis-Mackenzie metro station. Visitors should allow time to explore the different sections, as the collection is extensive.
The building has a seven-sided shape that represents the seven days of creation in Jewish tradition. This architectural feature is a subtle expression of religious meaning hidden within the spatial design itself.
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