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Memorial de Curitiba and its collection
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The Memorial de Curitiba is a cultural hub located in the historic center of Curitiba, the capital of the State of Paraná. This public space is dedicated to a variety of cultural activities, making it a vibrant spot for locals and tourists alike.
Facilities at Memorial de Curitiba
The Memorial de Curitiba building spans five thousand square meters, distributed over four floors and a roof. It houses various spaces for exhibitions, both permanent and rotating. These include the Paranaguá, Paraná and Brasil halls, and the 'Founders' Chapel'. The building also features the 'Londrina Theater', an auditorium with 144 seats for artistic presentations and lectures, the 'Marumbi Lookout' on the roof, and the 'Iguaçu Square', an internal square for large events, complete with an artificial stream and a water fountain.
Permanent Exhibitions at Memorial de Curitiba
The Memorial de Curitiba houses a variety of permanent exhibitions in its halls, featuring important historical pieces. These include 18th-century altarpieces from the old Matriz de Curitiba, carved in polychrome wood, which were used by Pope John Paul II during his visit to the city. The 'Founders' Chapel' houses volutes and old tabernacles. The collection also includes paintings by Sérgio Ferro and sculptures by Victor Brecheret, Poty Lazzarotto, Zaco Paraná, Expedito Rocha, Ricardo Todd, João Turin, and Elvo Benito Damo.
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