Casa Sommer, Historical archive and municipal bookstore in Cascais, Portugal
Description
Casa Sommer is a two-story neoclassical house in Cascais that contains archive spaces and a municipal bookstore. The building displays architectural details such as smooth pediments and fluted pilasters that structure its facade.
History
The house was built in the late 19th century for entrepreneur Henrique Sommer as a private residence. After renovation in 2016, its rooms were converted to accommodate archives and library functions.
Culture
The house carries the name of its original owner and serves as a place where visitors can learn about the written history of the city. The rooms demonstrate how important document preservation is to a community's memory.
Practical
The location is open on weekdays with extended hours and operates on weekends with shorter time slots. Visitors should know that some areas may only be accessible during specific times.
Did you know?
An underground corridor connects the main building to former stables, which now house extensive document collections. This hidden connection shows how spaces were creatively repurposed to preserve historical records.
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