Located in the Funchal's Historic heart area, Santa Maria Maior, this space, occupied by several entities dedicated to culture, honors one of the greatest writers born in the City of Funchal, Edmundo Bettencourt, the given name to this cultural centre. Singer and poet notably known for interpreting the Song of Coimbra and for his decisive role in the introduction of popular themes in this musical genre. He was born in Funchal in 1889 and died at the age of 84. His bibliography includes Poems by Edmundo de Bettencourt and Poemas Surdos.

At this Cultural Centre, develops activities:
• ATEF, an association dedicated to Theater.
• Carlos Fernandes Ballet School.
• Headquarters of the Madeira Folklore Association.
• Headquarters of the Madeira Mandolins Association.