created in 1985, the museu de astronomia e ciências - afins (museum of astronomy and science),  aims to expand access of society's scientific and technological knowledge through research and preservation of collections.

the museum hosts various activities and exhibitions that define the scientific and technological history of brazil.

museu da astronomia e ciências afins, rua general bruce, 586, são cristóvão, tel. 21.2514.5200 or 21.3514.5202 - here is the website, contact email, and map.  ● more ●