the center is supported by the local community, who have donated many of the things exhibited inside, and has become a popular tourist attraction in the neighborhood - pleasant gardens are also part of the complex, giving visitors the perfect opportunity for an light stroll or an afternoon picnic.

visitors to teresópolis who are feeling creative, may enjoy a trip to the instituto de artes integrartes - opened in 2002, the integrated arts institute is a hub of artistic invention, ranging from music to visual arts, with cultural projects thrown in there as well.

the institute is one of the most influential cultural outlets in the city, often involved in many events in teresópolis' cultural agenda - instituto de artes integrartes puts on shows throughout the year, and also offers a number of courses in various arts, with one of its goals to promote peace, ethics, citizenship, human rights and values.