Patrimônio arquitetônico cultural: o caso de Pinheiro Machado/RS

Abstract

The cultural architectural heritage of a city is intimately linked to the local identity as well as to historical and artistical values. Its preservation must transcend generations. However, what is generally verified is the lack of records. This article aims to identify the architectural heritage of the city of Pinheiro Machado/RS. It started with an inventory made from simplified files, based on the ones used by IPHAN. The criteria adopted were: the relation with artistical or historical values; having any architectural or typological significance, value or quality; having any cultural, symbolical cultural, or historical value; and any constructive, technological or plastic value or quality. Twenty nine buildings located in the central area of the city were identified. They belong to several historical periods, from 19th and 20th centuries, and were classified according to their value.