Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, Art museum in Avenidas Novas, Portugal.
The Calouste Gulbenkian Museum presents artworks spanning 5,000 years of history, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to 20th-century European paintings and sculptures.
The museum, designed by architects Rui Atouguia, Pedro Cid, and Alberto Pessoa, opened its doors on October 2, 1969 as part of the Gulbenkian Foundation.
The collection includes masterpieces by Rembrandt, Monet, Rubens, and Turner, along with Islamic art, Chinese porcelain, and Japanese prints from different periods.
The museum welcomes visitors from Wednesday through Monday between 10:00 and 18:00, offering guided tours through its permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.
Armenian oil magnate Calouste Gulbenkian selected each piece in the collection following his principle of acquiring exceptional artworks from different civilizations.
Location: Avenidas Novas
Location: Lisbon
Inception: 1969
Founders: Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
Architects: Rui Jervis Atouguia, Pedro Cid, Alberto Pessoa
Official opening: October 2, 1969
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
Address: Avenida de Berna 45A 1050-150
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +351217823000
Website: https://gulbenkian.pt/museu/en
GPS coordinates: 38.73667,-9.15417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14
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