Palácio da Redenção
A state government palace converted from a former Jesuit college, housing the Paraíba History Museum, with Three Powers Square at its front as the heart of the old town.
The Palácio da Redenção was originally part of a Jesuit college from the late 16th century. In the 19th century it became the seat of the state government. Its facade has been altered many times and now has a Neoclassical style, and the inner courtyard is decorated with blue-and-white tiles. Part of the building is now open as the Paraíba History Museum, which covers state history and the 1930 Revolution, after which the city was renamed João Pessoa. In front, Three Powers Square is home to the courts and the state legislature, and the surrounding streets include São Pedro Gonçalves. Admission is free, but it may be closed on weekends.
Opening hours
Tue–Fri about 08:00–17:00 (per official schedule)
Nearby sights
- Theatro Santa Roza
- Parque Solon de Lucena
- Monastery of São Bento
- Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Snows
- Casa da Pólvora
- Centro Cultural São Francisco
- Hotel Globo
- Arruda Câmara Zoobotanical Park (Bica)