Overview

This museum houses one of the city s richest collections of artifacts. The pieces on exhibit consist of paintings, jewelery, ceramics, furniture, right up to the simplest drawings, sketches and engravings. The focus of the exhibits is the period between the 12th and 19th Century. Some of the better known pieces on display here are the murals of São Vincente, the Custódia de Belém, and a great collection of antique Chinese porcelain. The museum will also provide a tour guide service that can cater to special interest groups.