“Light and Form: Dialogues between Art and Jewelry”
01/07/26 - 31/07/26
The Ajuda National Palace - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

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Programme > 01/07/26  > Royal Treasure Museum is open from monday to sunday > 10am - 6pm*

Entrance: By invitation only on opening night. Space is limited. You must present your invitation approval at the security desk. For other days, please visit the online ticket office, click here. Security: https://www.tesouroreal.pt/en/pages/04524bee-seguranca

01/07/26 

11h - 12h > Press + Collector’s - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

10h - 18h > Venue - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

02/07/26 - 03/07/26 

10h - 18h > Venue - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

04/07/26 

*18h - 20h > Opening and Private Tour - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon. Tours with group of 10 persons only.  

10h - 18h > Venue - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

04/07/26 - 31/07/26

10h - 18h > Venue - Royal Treasure Museum, Lisbon

Museum Vault with Diamonds, Gold and Gems

The Royal Treasure Museum is one of Portugal’s most recent and significant cultural institutions, located in the west wing of the National Palace of Ajuda, in Lisbon. Inaugurated in June 2022, the museum was created to house and permanently exhibit the extraordinary collection of Portuguese royal jewelry, which had previously been dispersed and largely inaccessible to the public.
The museum’s creation fulfills a long-standing vision: to restore the Ajuda Palace to its original function as a royal residence and a space for the ceremonial representation of monarchical power, by reuniting the treasures that once served the Portuguese Royal House.

The Ajuda National Palace

The Portuguese crown jewels have a fascinating history that dates back to the time of the monarchy in Portugal. Over the centuries, these jewels have not only symbolized the power and wealth of the crown but have also played important roles in royal ceremonies, diplomacy, and even as symbols of national identity.
The collection of Portuguese crown jewels includes precious pieces such as crowns, tiaras, necklaces, brooches, and other royal ornaments. One of the most well-known pieces is the Royal Crown of Portugal, used on various ceremonial occasions by Portuguese monarchs over the centuries. This crown is a symbol of royal power and is adorned with precious stones, reflecting the splendor of royalty.

François-Thomas Germain

The National Palace of Ajuda, in Lisbon, is a landmark that witnessed decisive events for Portugal and Brazil, spanning the reigns of King José I, Queen Maria II, and the Brazilian Emperor Dom Pedro II.
After the earthquake of 1755, which destroyed the Ribeira Palace, King José I housed the royal court in a temporary wooden structure known as the Real Barraca da Ajuda. In 1794, a fire destroyed the building, leading to the construction of the current Palace of Ajuda, begun in 1796.
In 1807, Napoleon Bonaparte threatened to invade Portugal. To safeguard the monarchy, the Prince Regent Dom João decided to transfer the royal court to Brazil. In November 1807, the royal family left the Palace of Ajuda and set sail for Rio de Janeiro, escorted by the British navy.

The Palace Ballroom and Banquet Hall

Rio de Janeiro

Capital of Portugal from 1808 to 1821

The Ajuda National Palace - Royal Treasure Museum

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, Calçada da Ajuda, 1300-012 Lisboa

01/07/26 - 31/07/26

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Curator: Francisco Lacerda

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