Culture

Misericórdia de Lisboa has, over the centuries, gathered a vast historical, artistic and documentary heritage.

Areas and projects

Historical Archive

Historical documents that bear witness to the structure, functions and activities of Santa Casa over the centuries.
São Roque Church and Museum

Santa Casa's historical and artistic collections, with the São Roque Church classified as a National Monument since 1910. (opens in a new window)
Casa Ásia: Coleção Francisco Capelo

Collector Francisco Capelo's Asian art collection, housed in the Palácio Portugal da Gama. (opens in a new window)
Library

Bibliographic resources for study and research on topics related to the work of Misericórdia de Lisboa, namely social action, health and education.
Temporada Música em São Roque

Annual season of classical music with leading Portuguese orchestras and choirs. (opens in a new window)
Santa Casa Jazz Fest

A partnership between Santa Casa and Hot Clube de Portugal that brings jazz to the centre of Lisbon.
Loja da Cultura

Publications on Santa Casa's areas of activity, available at the online Culture store. (opens in a new window)

Bibliosoft
Online catalogue of the Santa Casa Culture Library.
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Google Arts & Culture
A Google project featuring a virtual tour of the São Roque Museum and Church.
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