Rio de Janeiro: History Museum

Places and attractions in the History museum category

Paço Imperial

Culture and arts center in a former palace Paço Imperial, a grandiose testament to Brazil's colonial past, stands in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. This stately palace, constructed in the 18th century, served as the administrative center and residence for the Portuguese governors of Brazil.

Museu Histórico Nacional

Museum with national history exhibits The Museu Histórico Nacional, nestled in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a bastion of the country's rich and diverse history. Established in 1922 in honor of the centennial of Brazilian Independence, the museum has grown to become one of the most significant...

Carmen Miranda Museum

The Carmen Miranda Museum is a vibrant homage to the iconic Brazilian performer known for her extravagant costumes and fruit-laden hats. Located in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this museum celebrates the life and career of Carmen Miranda, the...

Museu do Índio

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.

Civil Police Museum

The Rio de Janeiro Civil Police Museum is a historical museum in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It organizes and promotes permanent and temporary exhibitions of documents and items that portray the activities of Civil Police in the history of Rio de Janeiro since colonial times.

Palácio do Catete

Art and documents in an old palace The Catete Palace is an urban mansion in Rio de Janeiro's Flamengo neighborhood. The property stretches from Rua do Catete to Praia do Flamengo. Construction began in 1858 and ended in 1867. From 1897 to 1960, it was Brazil's presidential palace and the site of Getúlio Vargas' suicide. It now houses the Museu da República and a theatre.