museum · Campos do Jordão, SP
Museu Felícia Leirner
An open-air museum with 88 works by Polish-born artist Felícia Leirner spread across a lawn overlooking the mountains. Next door is the Auditório Cláudio Santoro, home of the winter festival.
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About Museu Felícia Leirner
The Museu Felícia Leirner is an open-air museum in the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood, in the upper part of Campos do Jordão. Dozens of sculptures by artist Felícia Leirner are spread across gardens, lawns and patches of forest, in an area of about 35,000 square meters. Next door is the Auditório Claudio Santoro, the main venue of the Winter Festival.
Felícia Leirner was born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1904, and came to Brazil in 1927. In the 1960s she moved to Campos do Jordão, and the museum was created in the late 1970s, along with the auditorium. The collection includes pieces in bronze, white cement and granite and is organized by the artist's phases, from figurative to abstract, between 1950 and 1982.
The visit is a relaxed walk along the garden paths, among araucaria pines and other tall trees in a remnant of Atlantic Forest. From some spots, such as the band shell area, you can see the Pedra do Baú. The Auditório Claudio Santoro, with large glass walls facing the landscape, hosts concerts and performances throughout the year.
It is an outing for anyone who enjoys art, nature and photography, and it also appeals to those who just want a break outdoors. There is parking on site, a café and picnic areas, and the space has accessibility features. The terrain has ups and downs, so wear comfortable shoes.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
One to two hours to explore the sculpture garden without rushing.
Best time
In fall and winter, on dry, clear days, in the morning or late afternoon, when the light is softer on the lawns and the view of the mountains is sharper.
How to get there
It is on Avenida Dr. Luis Arrobas Martins, in the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood, a few kilometers from Capivari, heading up toward the Palácio Boa Vista. The easiest way is by car, taxi or ride-hailing app; there is no regular bus line to the door, except during events.
Tip
Bring a jacket even on sunny days, because the upper part of town is windy and cools down quickly. There is an entrance fee, with free admission in some cases; check opening days and free-admission rules on the official website.
Official website
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Frequently asked questions about Museu Felícia Leirner
What is there at the Museu Felícia Leirner?
An open-air sculpture garden, with works by artist Felícia Leirner spread among lawns and araucaria forest, plus the Auditório Claudio Santoro, a café and picnic areas.
Where is the Museu Felícia Leirner?
In the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood, in the upper part of Campos do Jordão (SP), on Avenida Dr. Luis Arrobas Martins, a few kilometers from Capivari.
Is there an entrance fee at the Museu Felícia Leirner?
Yes, there is an entrance fee, with free admission in some cases. Prices and free-admission rules are on the museum's official website.
Is the Museu Felícia Leirner open on Mondays?
No. According to the official website, the museum is closed to visitors on Mondays; check the hours online before you go.
How long does a visit to the Museu Felícia Leirner take?
One to two hours is usually enough to explore the sculpture garden at a relaxed pace.