Mariano Procópio Museum

The Mariano Procópio Museum is a history museum in Juiz de Fora occupying two buildings: a 19th-century villa and an exhibition building from the 1920s. Together, these structures house around 45,000 objects including paintings, sculptures, documents, photographs, furniture, silverware, armor, coins, clothing, and natural history collections.

The villa was built in 1861 to host Emperor Dom Pedro II during the inauguration of the Uniao e Industria Road, reflecting the city's importance in the 19th century. A second building was added later as the collection grew and more exhibition space became necessary.

The collection reflects how Juiz de Fora grew and changed, showing objects that reveal the city's values and daily life across different periods. Walking through the rooms, you see furniture, paintings, and personal items that show how residents lived and what mattered to them.

The museum is open most days for visitors, and guided tours are available to help you better understand the collections. Both buildings are accessible on foot, and you can explore the exhibitions at your own pace.

The old villa still features its original stucco decorations and hardwood panels, built using a special construction technique from the 1860s. These crafted details are a rare example of building methods from that era and show how solid structures were once made.

Location: Juiz de Fora

Inception: 1915

Operator: Prefeitura de Juiz de Fora

Address: Rua Mariano Procópio, 350, Mariano Procópio, 36035-780, Juiz de Fora, MG

Email: maprocultural@pjf.mg.gov.br

Website: http://pjf.mg.gov.br/administracao_indireta/mapro

GPS coordinates: -21.74610,-43.35970

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52