National Ceramic Tile Museum, National ceramic tile museum in Penha de França, Portugal
The National Azulejo Museum displays ceramic tiles and decorative pieces within the former Convent of Madre de Deus, featuring exhibitions from medieval to modern times.
The building originated in 1509 when Queen Leonor established the Convent of Madre de Deus, which later transformed into a museum gaining national status in 1980.
The collection presents the development of Portuguese tile making from the 15th century onward, demonstrating manufacturing techniques and artistic patterns through different periods.
The museum operates Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 13:00 and 13:30 to 16:00, with admission fees of 8 euros for adults and 4 euros for seniors.
The museum contains the Grande Panorama de Lisboa, a large-scale tile panel depicting the city of Lisbon before the devastating earthquake of 1755.
Location: Penha de França
Accessibility: Acessível para cadeira de rodas
Address: R. Me. Deus 4, 1900-312 Lisboa 1900-439 1900-439
Opening Hours: Terça-feira-Domingo 11:00-13:00, 13:30-16:00
Phone: +351218100340
Website: http://museudoazulejo.pt
GPS coordinates: 38.72480,-9.11363
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:13
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