Museum of the Army in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Museum Information

General Information

Museum nameMuseum of the Army
CategoryMuseum
LocationCentro, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro,
Address Museum of the Army - Praça da República, 197 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20211-351, Brazil (View on Google Maps)

The Museum of the Army, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is dedicated to the history and artifacts of the Brazilian military. The museum, housed in a historical building, can be accessed free of charge from Tuesday to Sunday. Visitors can explore its collections in about 30 minutes, which include various military memorabilia, uniforms, weapons, and documents that offer insights into Brazil’s military past.

Among the notable exhibits, the museum features objects related to Marechal Deodoro da Fonseca, the first President of Brazil and a key figure in the country’s proclamation of the Republic. The museum preserves original items from his era and provides contextual panels that narrate the family’s history and significant national events during the late 19th century.

Gallery

Open Hours

  • Friday: 9 AM–4 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Saturday: 9 AM–4 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM–4 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM–4 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM–4 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM–4 PM

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes

Amenities

  • Restroom: Yes

Children

  • Good for kids: Yes

Contact Information

Phone+55 21 2221-0964
Website