Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes is a house-museum located in the city of Portimão, in the Algarve region of Portugal. The museum is dedicated to the life and works of the politician and writer Manuel Teixeira Gomes. It is situated in a historic building near the Largo Primeiro de Dezembro, in the center of Portimão, making it easily accessible for tourists.

Architectural Significance of the Building

The building housing Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes is of great architectural interest. It is considered an example of traditional houses in the southern region of the country. The building has a sober design, with only one floor and a rectangular layout, and a roof with two slopes. It is organized around a central courtyard, which can be accessed through a gate where the initials of José Libânio Gomes, one of its owners, were modeled.

Exhibitions and Collections at Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes features two exhibition spaces and its own bibliographic collection. This collection includes a large part of Teixeira Gomes' private library. The museum aims to explain the life and political and cultural journey of Manuel Teixeira Gomes, including his term as president of the republic and subsequent exile.