Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Museu do Índio
Address: Rua das Palmeiras 55, Rio de Janeiro, 22270-070, Brazil
Telephone: 55 21 286 8899

#78 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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Facts and practical information

O Museu do Índio is a cultural and scientific agency of the Fundação Nacional do Índio or FUNAI. It was created by Darcy Ribeiro, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1953. As the only official institution in Brazil exclusively dedicated to indigenous cultures, the museum has the objective of promoting an accurate and updated image for the indigenous cause, while avoiding common misconceptions and prejudice of these societies. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°57'7"S, 43°11'28"W

Address

Rua das Palmeiras 55BotafogoRio de Janeiro 22270-070 Brazil

Contact

55 21 286 8899

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museu do Índio open?

Museu do Índio is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museu do Índio?

Nearby attractions include Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro (8 min walk), Dona Marta, Rio de Janeiro (9 min walk), Solar Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro (11 min walk), Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro (14 min walk).

How to get to Museu do Índio by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu do Índio:

Bus

BRS 3: Sorocaba • Lines: 108 (4 min walk)
Cobal • Lines: Mns (10 min walk)

Metro

Botafogo • Lines: 1, 2 (12 min walk)
Futura estação Morro de São João (19 min walk)

Train

Morro do Inglês (22 min walk)
Cosme Velho (24 min walk)