at a glance

the exhibitions have the unique attribute of being contributed to by the indigenous populations themselves, giving them a real sense of authenticity - there are also special areas for younger guests to the museum, with body paints and costumes, whilst for the more serious work of the museum, there are three laboratories dedicated to the conservation and restoration of the memorabilia.

an expansive building, which requires a respectful amount of time to explore, the museum is made up of the central mansion, the museum village area, the marechal rondon library, muro's museum, the balcony museum, an art gallery, a theatre, and luscious gardens.

museu do índio, rua das palmeiras, 55, botafogo, tel. 21. 3214.8702 or 21. 3214.8705, free admission on sundays - here is the website, contact page, and map.  ● more ●