General Information
Museum name | Museum of the Army |
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Category | Museum |
Location | Centro, 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 |
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Website | http://www.mhexfc.eb.mil.br/pt-br/chdeodoro.html |