Memorial dos Povos Indígenas, Brasilia

Name: Memorial dos Povos Indígenas
Address: Eixo Monumental Oeste, Brasilia, Brazil
Telephone: +55 61 3342-1157

#27 among attractions in Brasilia

Museum, History museum, Art museum

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The Memorial of Indigenous Peoples is a Brazilian museum, cultural center, and research institution dedicated to Brazilian indigenous culture. It is located in Brasilia, in the Civic-Administrative Zone of the Eixo Monumental, between the JK Memorial and the Buriti Square, in front of the Legislative Chamber of the Federal District.

It was idealized by anthropologists Berta Gleizer Ribeiro and Darcy Ribeiro and had its project designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer and finished being built in 1987. After having the building transformed into a Museum of Modern Art before it opened in 1987, it was closed for many years, but in 1999 it reestablished its activities.

Coordinates: 15°47'5"S, 47°54'41"W

Address

Eixo Monumental OesteRA I - Brasília (Superquadra Sul)Brasilia Brazil

Contact

+55 61 3342-1157

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Memorial dos Povos Indígenas open?

Memorial dos Povos Indígenas is open:

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

Which popular attractions are close to Memorial dos Povos Indígenas?

Nearby attractions include Memorial JK, Brasilia (5 min walk), Monumental Axis, Brasilia (14 min walk), Ulisses Guimarães Convention Center, Brasilia (19 min walk).