The Pontal Museum
O Museu Casa do Pontal is the Brazilian most significative popular art museum, and is located in an ecological reserve.
Located in Rio de Janeiro, the Pontal Museum is considered the largest and most significant popular art museum in the country. Its collection - the result of 45 researches and trips across the country by French designer Jacques Van de Beuque - is made up of more than 9,000 pieces by 300 Brazilian artists, produced from the 20th century onwards. In October 2021, the Museum opened a new headquarters in Barra da Tijuca.
Photo gallery
Photo gallery
Practical information
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:00 |
Accessibility
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Opening times and conditions may change — please confirm with the venue.
Where it is
Av. Célia Ribeiro da Silva Mendes, 3300 — Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro
News that mention it
November 16, 2015
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