at a glance

arte sesc,  is set inside an architecturally unique construction dating back to 1912. five rooms host a variety of artistic and cultural exhibitions, encouraging new artistic ideas, styles, and movements.  the prestigious house was frederick figner's home, the entrepreneur who introduced equipment such as phonographs, gramophones, and kinetoscopes to brazil.

The Castelinho do Flamengo, or 'Little Castle of Flamengo' is a cultural gem located on the seafront, facing Praia de Flamengo, or 'Flamengo Beach'. The charming and picturesque building was designed by the Italian architect, Gino Copede in 1916, and became the residence of Commander Joaquim da Silva Cardoso, a wealthy Portuguese entrepreneur. It is delightfully embellished with engravings and features of Baroque, Renaissance and Gothic styles.