Description

Essentials about the National Historical Museum of Brazil in brief

Anyone interested in Brazil’s history should visit the Museu Histórico Nacional (National Historical Museum) in Rio. The museum holds nearly 300,000 exhibits from various periods of Brazilian history, including the largest coin collection in all of Latin America. Highlights of the National Historical Museum include the collection of imperial carriages, the throne of Pedro II, and a life-size model of a colonial pharmacy.

The history of the National Historical Museum of Brazil

Founded in 1922, the museum is located on the western edge of the city center in the buildings of the fort of St. James of Mercy, built in 1603. In 1693, the Calaboose prison was built on the site. In 1762, the Casa do Trem ammunition depot was added to the fort. Last additions were the armory in 1764 and barracks in 1835.

Website

mhn.museus.gov.br

Opening hours

Admission fees

Adults: R$10.00

Seniors (Ages 60+): R$5.00

Students: R$5.00

Children (Ages 3 – 21): R$5.00

Small children (Ages 2 and under): free

For further information on possible discounts, see the website.

Address

Getting there

By public transport:

Bus lines 232, 238, 292, 296, 298 and 342: Stop Avenida Alfred Agache próximo ao 2-134

By car:

The nearest parking garage is Master Park Estacionamento.