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Museu do Universo, Astronomy museum in Gavea, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The Museum of the Universe contains two domes for astronomical simulations: the Carl Sagan dome with 263 seats and the Galileo Galilei dome with 90 seats.

Established in 1970, it became Brazil's second astronomy museum after the National Observatory, which was built under Emperor Pedro I's orders.

The museum organizes an annual science fair during National Science and Technology Week, displaying projects from elementary school students with free admission.

The ground floor features 56 interactive astronomy experiments available daily except Mondays, while temporary exhibitions occupy the mezzanine level.

The 'Sleeping with the Stars' program allows children to spend the night at the institution participating in scientific activities during one month each semester.

GPS coordinates: -22.97823,-43.23015

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:51

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