 Stonemason Francisco Gonçalves (of the parish of Ceivães) and his assistant Francisco da Costa solicited the "Misericórdia" for funds to complete the project, at one time addressing their treasurer André Gomes to transfer the 148$000 réis from the organization's coffers.In 1689, the Misericórdia purchased a house from Manuel Monteiro, that existed alongside the old Misericórdia building for 57$700, in order to build the new building.This project proceeded during the mid 18th century, and involved a string of masons, painters, sculptures and masters.