Museu do Índio

The Museu do Índio contains an extensive collection of wooden masks, ceremonial items, and traditional artifacts from diverse indigenous communities across Brazil.

The museum holds artifacts from the 1940s research expeditions in the high-Xingu region, including anthropomorphic masks that document indigenous craftsmanship traditions.

The exhibition includes Tikuna masks, Bororo pottery, and Karajá dolls that demonstrate the artistic techniques and spiritual practices of different indigenous groups.

The institution provides guided tours and educational workshops that explain the significance of indigenous artifacts and their role in Brazilian heritage.

The museum houses a mother-of-pearl necklace from the Guido Boggiani Collection, connecting indigenous artistry with 19th-century European documentation efforts.

Location: Embu das Artes

Website: http://cici.com.br

GPS coordinates: -23.65065,-46.85342

Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:08