Fernando Campos. The man of the typewriter
100 years of birth

On the centenary of the birth of Fernando Campos, a prominent figure in the literary world, the exhibition “O Homem da Máquina de Escrever” (The man of the typewriter) focuses on the “word”, where his literary career and biographical work are celebrated.

The significant importance of Fernando Campos and his connection to Maia are key elements to consider when exploring the exhibition. Maia, the author's hometown, is now the host city for the celebrations of the 100th anniversary of his birth and thus wants to be the setting for the celebration of his legacy.

The exhibition is based on the life and literary career of Fernando Campos as a tribute and contribution to new readings and perspectives on writin

Exhibition open from July 4th to September 22th 2024

Fórum da Maia

Organization: Câmara Municipal da Maia

Coordination: Sofia Barreiros

Exhibition Design and Production: Ideias Emergentes – Arte, Arquitetura e Produção Cultural, CRL

Curatorship: Susana Milão

Colaboration: Rita Amado, Mónica Faria, Conceição Rios

Graphic Design: António Cruz

Assembly: Tudo Faço – Construção e Montagem de Cenários

Acknowledgements: To Fernando Campos’ family, in particular his daughers Maria Margarida Campos, Maria Nazaré Campos e Maria Fernanda Campos