Historical museum · Santa Bárbara, MG
Memorial Affonso Penna
Memorial in the house where Affonso Penna was born, in the historic center of Santa Bárbara. The rooms present his family and political life through documents, panels and objects; the garden houses the family's tomb.
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About Memorial Affonso Penna
The Memorial Affonso Penna operates in the house where the president was born, in the historic center of Santa Bárbara. Opened in 2009, the space links his political trajectory to his family origins and to the town in Minas Gerais. The visit goes through rooms of the manor with panels, documents and objects that present different moments of this history. Architecture is also part of the experience: the windows, the rooms and the porch facing the courtyard help to understand the organization of an old residence. In the garden, the tomb contains the remains of Affonso Penna and family members, accompanied by a marble sculpture related to the representation of the Republic. Allow time for the interior rooms and the exterior, without treating the garden as a separate visit. Ask the staff about available mediation and, for groups, arrange arrival in advance.
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Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 to 1.5 hours.
Best time
During the memorial visit, allowing time for the rooms and the garden. Confirm opening hours before you go.
How to get there
The memorial is at Rua Conselheiro Afonso Pena, 116, in the center of Santa Bárbara, in the manor known as Casa Grande.
Tip
Observe the porch and the courtyard to understand the old house, as well as the documents about the president.
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Frequently asked questions about Memorial Affonso Penna
Was the president born in this house?
Yes. The memorial occupies the manor house where Affonso Penna was born.
Is the garden part of the visit?
Yes. It houses the tomb of the president and family members and is part of the memorial complex.
Is it possible to visit with mediation?
Institutional registration records visits with guidance. Check availability and organize groups in advance.