Museu da Maré and its collection

The Museu da Maré is a unique institution that focuses on recording, preserving, and disseminating the history of the Maré communities in Rio de Janeiro. This includes various cultural, social, and economic aspects of the community's history. The museum's mission is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Maré communities' rich and diverse history.

Activities and Events at the Museu da Maré

The Museu da Maré is not just a static exhibition space. It is a dynamic center of activity that includes a permanent exhibition as well as a variety of other initiatives. These include the organization of a documentary collection, oral history research, playful and educational activities like the Storytellers group, and a range of events such as traveling exhibitions, seminars, workshops, and the production of thematic material.

Collection of the Museu da Maré

The Museu da Maré is a significant resource for those interested in the history and memory of the favela. Its collection, which includes over 3200 items, features a wide range of materials. Visitors can explore maps, videos, photographs, newspaper clippings, and other textual documents, as well as objects of domestic use, work tools, religious artifacts, and toys.

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Museu da Maré
Av. Guilherme Maxwel, 26 - Maré
21040-212 Rio de Janeiro

Visitor information Museu da Maré

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 14:00
Sunday Closed

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Facilities

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Location & Map

Av. Guilherme Maxwel, 26 - Maré, Rio de Janeiro

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Exhibitions

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