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Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro
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Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro

Visit Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro in Rio de Janeiro for ceramic figurines, wooden sculptures and displays of Brazilian folklore.

Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro is a small folklore museum on Rua do Catete in Rio de Janeiro. Its displays include ceramic figurines, wooden sculptures and literatura de cordel, presented in a calm, intimate setting. Admission has been reported as free, and the museum shop has been noted for well-made handicrafts at affordable prices, though it may be closed. Reports of unexpected closures conflict with the published schedule, so check directly before making the trip.

Folklore objects on display

The collection includes ceramic figurines, wooden sculptures and literatura de cordel. The objects are arranged as an exhibition in a small, quiet museum on Rua do Catete.

Check before you go

The museum's published schedule lists weekday and weekend opening times, but reports of unexpected closures conflict with that information. Confirm directly before setting out. Admission has been reported as free. The shop may not be open, so do not rely on it for a purchase during your visit.

FAQ

Is admission to Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro free?

Admission has been reported as free. Confirm current access before visiting, as reports of unexpected closures conflict with the published schedule.

What can you see at the museum?

The displays include ceramic figurines, wooden sculptures, folklore objects and literatura de cordel.

Where is Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro?

It is at Rua do Catete, 179, in the Catete neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro.

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