Paço Imperial, Historical museum in Centro district, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The rectangular colonial building contains high-ceiling rooms surrounding two interior courtyards with classical architectural details and broad windows facing Praça XV.
The structure served as a residence for Portuguese governors and Brazilian emperors from 1743 to 1889 before becoming a cultural institution.
The museum presents rotating art exhibitions, including contemporary works, while maintaining a permanent collection of historical documents and imperial period artifacts.
Located at Praça XV 48, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from noon until 6 PM with free admission and wheelchair access.
The building witnessed the signing of Lei Áurea in 1888, the law that ended slavery in Brazil, marking a fundamental change in the nation.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Location: Centro
Inception: 1743
Architects: José Fernandes Pinto Alpoim
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Operator: Ministério da Cultura;IPHAN
Address: Praça Quinze de Novembro, 48 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-010 20010-010
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 12:00-19:00
Phone: +552122152622;+552125334207;+552125337762;+552125330964;+55212533440
Email: paco@pacoimperial.com.br
Website: http://pacoimperial.com.br
GPS coordinates: -22.90361,-43.17417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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