Guia de Lugares de Memória do Centro de João Pessoa

Abstract

This work explores relations between city, memory and place, through an investiga tion of sites of memory of João Pessoa’s center, in Paraíba, from the perspective of a city guide. From an observation of the formation processes of the capital, specifically in the neighborhoods of Centro, Varadouro, Tambiá and Trincheiras, it is identified a series of spaces that marked relevant moments in their evolution, or that were stages of notable activities and events for the population. Highlighting ten thematic layers of approach to the region, the places are presented according to contexts of their history and location, proposing sets of study for these objects, their past and present. Finally, four thematic exploration itineraries are produ ced, gathering synthesis-places of the approached discussions, presenting their histories, characteristics and meanings, their past and present, and their exchange relations with the city.