Oscar Niemeyer Museum
Paraná
The Oscar Niemeyer Museum, also known locally as the Museu do Olho (Eye Museum), is a prominent cultural institution located in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. Inaugurated in 2002 as the Novo Museu, it was renamed in 2003 to honor the celebrated architect Oscar Niemeyer, who designed its distinctive annex at the age of 95. The museum complex consists of two main buildings spread over 35,000 square meters, with 19,000 square meters dedicated to exhibition space. The original building, designed in 1967 and opened in 1978 as an educational institute, features Niemeyer's characteristic modernist style with bold geometric forms and large open spaces. The annex, completed in 2003, is famously shaped like a human eye, featuring a 30-meter tall reinforced concrete structure with glass and steel façades that flood the interior with natural light. The museum's collection focuses on visual arts, architecture, and design, boasting over 14,000 artworks, including a significant donation of 4,500 pieces by artist Poty Lazzarotto. The museum grounds include a garden designed by renowned landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx, adding to the aesthetic appeal. The Oscar Niemeyer Museum stands as a major cultural landmark in Latin America, combining architectural innovation with a rich artistic heritage.
ヒント: Visitors are advised to check the museum's official website for current exhibitions and programs, as it offers guided tours and educational activities suitable for all ages. The best time to visit is during weekdays to avoid crowds, and advance booking is recommended for guided visits and special programs. The museum provides accessibility features including braille, tactile models, and audio guides for visitors with visual impairments. Discounts are typically available for seniors, students, and groups.
興味深い事実
- •The museum is popularly known as the 'Eye Museum' due to the annex's distinctive eye-shaped design.
- •The annex was designed and completed by Oscar Niemeyer when he was 95 years old.
- •The original building has the second largest free span in Brazil, measuring 65 meters.
- •The museum's garden was designed by Roberto Burle Marx, a renowned Brazilian landscape architect and Niemeyer's collaborator.
- •In 2022, the museum received a donation of 4,500 artworks from the family of Poty Lazzarotto, the largest single donation it has ever received.
歴史
The original building of the Oscar Niemeyer Museum was designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1967 and opened in 1978 as an educational institute named Edifício Presidente Humberto Castelo Branco.
In 2002, the museum was inaugurated as the Novo Museu, and following the completion of a striking annex resembling a human eye, it was renamed in 2003 to honor Niemeyer.
The annex, completed when Niemeyer was 95 years old, introduced a new architectural identity to the institution.
Over the years, the museum has expanded its collection and cultural programs, becoming one of the largest art museums in Latin America.
In 2022, it received the largest single donation of artworks from the family of Poty Lazzarotto, enriching its collection significantly.
場所ガイド
Main Building1967-1978
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1967 and opened in 1978, this building originally served as an educational institute. It features Niemeyer's modernist architectural style, with bold geometric shapes, large open spaces, and the second largest free span in Brazil at 65 meters.
Eye-shaped Annex2003
Completed in 2003, this annex is the museum's iconic feature, designed to resemble a human eye. It is a 30-meter tall reinforced concrete structure with glass and steel diamond-shaped façades that provide natural light. Inside, visitors find a large spiral staircase connecting multiple floors.
Museum Gardens
The museum grounds include a garden designed by Roberto Burle Marx, a famed Brazilian landscape architect who collaborated previously with Niemeyer. The garden surrounds the buildings and integrates natural woodland with artistic landscaping.
連絡先
電話: (41) 3350-4417
