The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto is a philatelic association founded in 1972, with headquarters at the Ateneu Comercial do Porto. Its main objective is to promote the study and dissemination of philately, the collection of postage stamps and other objects related to the history of the postal service.

The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto has a set of regular activities, including:

• Weekly meetings on Thursdays, in the evening. During these meetings, members have the opportunity to discuss philatelic topics, exchange information, and show their collections.
• Non-competitive philatelic exhibitions. These exhibitions are an opportunity for philatelists to present their collections to the general public.
• Symposiums, lectures, roundtables, conferences. These activities are organized to promote the knowledge and dissemination of philately.
• Receptions for philatelists and foreign clubs. The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto organizes receptions for philatelists and foreign clubs, as a way to promote international cooperation.
• Publications of specialized works. The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto has published several works on philately, including catalogs, monographs, and magazines.
• Inter-member auctions, two auctions per year, since 1983. These auctions are an opportunity for members to exchange and sell their collections.

The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto is an important center of philatelic activity in northern Portugal. Its activities contribute to promoting the study and dissemination of philately, as well as encouraging the participation of new philatelists.

Here are some of the main objectives of the Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto:

• To promote the study and dissemination of philately.
• To encourage the participation of new philatelists.
• To promote international cooperation among philatelists.

The Núcleo Filatélico do Ateneu Comercial do Porto is an association open to all those interested in philately. To become a member, you must fill out an application form and pay an annual fee.