Nogueira da Silva Museum

The Nogueira da Silva Museum is an art museum in Braga, Portugal, housed in a modernist building that displays ceramics, Portuguese paintings, furniture, jewelry, glassware, and religious artworks across several exhibition rooms. The collection is arranged throughout what was once the residence of the collector himself.

The building was designed by modernist architect Raul Rodrigues de Lima and originally housed the personal collection of António Nogueira da Silva, a major Portuguese art collector of the 20th century. The private residence was later converted into a museum to make this collection accessible to the public.

The house reflects the taste of a passionate collector who favored decorative arts and works by regional artists. The rooms show how a wealthy family lived in the 20th century and what art forms they valued.

The museum is located about 10 minutes on foot from Braga Station and is easily accessible. The French-inspired gardens and café are free to access, while the main exhibitions require an entrance fee.

The grounds feature interconnected garden terraces with broad stairs leading to a formal rose garden, along with a baroque fountain salvaged from an old farmhouse. These garden elements combine landscape design with historical remnants found throughout the region.

Location: Braga (São José de São Lázaro e São João do Souto)

GPS coordinates: 41.55261,-8.42185

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27