Dragão do Mar Center of Art and Culture

The Dragão do Mar Center of Art and Culture in Fortaleza, Ceará, is a vibrant cultural hub inaugurated in April 1999, covering 33,000 m². Named after abolitionist Francisco José do Nascimento, it features diverse facilities including a contemporary art museum, a public library with rare collections, a modern theater, two cinemas, and a state-of-the-art planetarium. The center celebrates Ceará's rich cultural heritage and offers a variety of artistic and leisure activities, making it an essential destination for tourists and researchers alike. Its striking architecture, designed by Delberg Ponce de Leon and Fausto Nilo, stands out in the historic port area, surrounded by lively bars and restaurants.