History

Monument to João Fernandes Vieira / Monumento a João Fernandes Vieira

At the initiative of Dr. Abel Capitolino Baptista, a modest monument to this illustrious Madeiran was erected in the former Praça da Constituição, now Avenida Arriaga, and its inauguration took place on May 11, 1924. Nine years later, this bust and its pedestal were moved to the Municipal Garden, where it is currently located.

People mentioned in this article

João Fernandes Vieira
Illustrious Madeiran

Years mentioned in this article

1924
Inauguration of the monument to João Fernandes Vieira

Locations mentioned in this article

Avenida Arriaga
Location in Madeira
Municipal Garden
Location in Madeira
Praça da Constituição
Location in Madeira