Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto, Belo Horizonte

Name: Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto
Address: Avenida Prudente de Morais 202, Belo Horizonte, 30380-002, Brazil
Telephone: 31 3277 8573

#14 among attractions in Belo Horizonte

Museum, History museum

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The Abílio Barreto Historical Museum is a museum located in Belo Horizonte, which is part of the Municipal Culture Foundation of the Belo Horizonte City Hall. Located at Avenida Prudente de Morais, in the Cidade Jardim neighborhood, the museum is housed in an old farmhouse that survived the construction of the capital of Minas Gerais. The institution is currently consolidated as the City Museum and, in addition to holding short, medium, and long-term exhibitions, it promotes cultural and educational events.

Coordinates: 19°56'13"S, 43°56'52"W

Address

Avenida Prudente de Morais 202Centro-Sul (Cidade Jardim)Belo Horizonte 30380-002 Brazil

Contact

31 3277 8573

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Day trips

Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto open?

Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto?

Nearby attractions include Gibiteca Antonio Gobbo, Belo Horizonte (14 min walk), Biblioteca Pública Estadual Luiz de Bessa, Belo Horizonte (16 min walk), Palácio da Liberdade, Belo Horizonte (17 min walk), Espaço do Conhecimento UFMG, Belo Horizonte (18 min walk).

How to get to Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto:

Bus

Conexão Aeroporto (24 min walk)
Intermunicipais (31 min walk)