See The Living History And Culture Of Alagoas With Maceio Museums
Maceio is more than just a beach town. It's position as capital and port city has made it the cultural center of northeastern Brazil. Because of this, there are a number of Maceio museums that are worth checking out during your stay in the city. Here is a quick look at Maceio museums.
Theo Brandao Museum - This is generally considered the best of Maceio museums. It contains a collection geared toward the folklore and native culture of northeastern Brazil. Although it has artifacts from all over the northeastern region, its focus is on the arts of the State of Alagoas. It was opened in 2002, and named for its founder Theotonio Brandao Vilela, a Brazilian folklorist whose personal collection started the museum. The collection includes photos, ceramic statues, works of folk art, and other artifacts. It also contains a large audio-visual collection. This museum is considered one of the finest in Brazil for arts, crafts and folklore.
Museum Of The Historical And Geographical Institute Of Alagoas - This museum has lots of old arts and crafts from both Brazil's indigenous population, and the slaves that were brought over from Africa. There are Indian crafts and artifacts from pre-historic times, as well as old African religious artifacts. Most of the collection dates from the early part of the 19th century.
Marechal Deodoro's Sacred Arts Museum - Located in the village of Marechal Deodoro, just 15 miles away from Maceio, this museum has the biggest collection of religious artifacts and art in the entire state of Alagoas. The village was founded in the 16th century, and much of the museum's collection dates from the early days of the village. In addition to the museum, the village has lots of beautiful baroque colonial architecture for you to enjoy.
The Museum Of Image And Sound - Among all Maceio museums, this might be the most interesting. This museum contains exhibits of photography, film arts and sound. This museum is not traditional; visiting the Museum of Image and Sound is a guaranteed unique experience, with a wide variety of unusual exhibits and collections. It is a treat for the ears, eyes and mind.
Pierre Chalita Museum - This is the area's premiere art museum. Most of the museum's collection comes from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. It has over 3,000 pieces, including paintings, jewelry, sculpture and colonial furniture.
Brazilian Art Museum - Maceio's other art museum is more focused on modern art and works by living artists. The collection is mainly paintings, and there are exhibits throughout the year of modern artists' works.
Most of the Maceio museums are located right in the town's center, where they are easily accessible to anyone who visits. Don't forget to check out Maceio's cultural history and arts at its many wonderful museums.
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Maceio Food and Drink
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Maceio Facts
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Maceio Links
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Map of Maceio brazil
On this page, you'll find maps of Maceio, including city maps, tourist maps and detailed maps of Maceio neighbourhoods. There are not only maps of Maceio, but also maps of the state of Alagoas and the surrounding area.
Maceio Sightseeing
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Maceio Guide Books
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Maceio Culture Attractions
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Maceio History
Come for the beaches and tropical drinks, and stumble upon Maceio history along the way. Maceio history is vibrant and interesting, and it's one of the attractions that travelers to Maceio should not miss.
Festa Junina
Festa Junina in Maceio is a unique experience. Held every year in June, Festa Junina is an old European celebration given a uniquely Brazilian twist.
Bairro do Jaragua
One of the most famous areas of Maceio is its Jaragua District. Once the main shipping port of the area, now the Jaragua District's old historic buildings have been turned into nightclubs, bars and restaurants.
Teatro Deodoro
The Maceio Metropolitan Cathedral is one of the most important of the area's cultural attractions. Worshippers and tourists alike come from all over to see the Maceio Metropolitan Cathedral.