Ouvert en 2013 dans un ancien entrepôt de la Rua do Vale racheté par la municipalité de Lisbonne, l’Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar a été réaménagé par Álvaro Siza, lauréat du prix Pritzker, autour d’une galerie centrale à l’architecture épurée. Géré par EGEAC, l’entreprise culturelle de la ville, en partenariat avec la Júlio Pomar Foundation, il abrite la collection de peintures, dessins, estampes, sculptures et assemblages de l’artiste. Plutôt qu’une présentation permanente, le musée propose des expositions temporaires qui mettent en dialogue les sept décennies de la production de Pomar avec celle d’autres artistes.
Visitor Information
- How much does Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar cost?
- Standard adult admission to Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar is €3. Free for under-13s and for Lisbon residents on Sundays and public holidays 10:00-13:00; reduced €1.50-€2.40 for young people, over-65s and other groups.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar?
- Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-18:00 (closed for lunch 13:00-14:00). Closed Mondays, 1 January, 1 May, 24, 25 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar?
- Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar is located at Rua do Vale 7, 1200-472 Lisboa, Portugal, in the Mercês / Bairro Alto area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are Rato (Metro), Chiado (Metro), Tram 28.
- What can I see at Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar?
- La conversion immaculée d’un entrepôt par Álvaro Siza, consacrée à Júlio Pomar, figure majeure et inlassablement inventive de la peinture moderne portugaise.
- Do I need to book Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar in advance?
- Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
- When is the best time to visit Atelier-Museu Júlio Pomar?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.