José Cardoso Pires (1925–1998) is considered as an indispensable reference in 20th-century Portuguese literary history. His works offer profound analyzes of the intricate interplay between power, identity, and memory. Through a distinctive narrative style and acute social observation, he chronicled Portugal’s social transformations and individual destinies during the latter half of the 20th century. This exhibition will explore Cardoso Pires’ literary heritage and spiritual world through three core dimensions—Voices, Glances, and Memories—offering a multi-faceted, immersive experience. It examines how literature holds the weight of both individual and collective memory, thereby fostering public engagement with and better understanding of his works.

Exhibition – Voices, Glances, Memories: Commemoration of the Centenary of José Cardoso Pires
Date and Time: 22/09-19/12/2025
Venue: Sky Garden, 2/F, UM Wu Yee Sun Library (E2)

Participate in the interactive games and have a chance to win a prize
Date and Time: 22/09-19/11/2025
Venue: Sky Garden, 2/F, UM Wu Yee Sun Library (E2)