established in 1975,
the carmen miranda
museum was created in memory of actress and singer carmen miranda
and it is a
wonderful place to learn about the popular sensation
who brought brazil to the world.
born in 1909 in portugal, and raised in lapa
in rio de janeiro, carmen was named 'the ambassadress of samba'. carmen was one of the most internationally
famous brazilian singers - a star in music, cinema, and even
fashion.