The Museu Amazônico serves as a supplementary public body of the Universidade Federal do Amazonas. It supports research regarding the region and its local cultures. Although the institution was created in 1975, implementation only occurred in 1989. The space has operated since 1991 to preserve regional knowledge.
Collection and Research
The collection is vast. It brings together documents, ethnographic pieces, and archaeological items important to science. The museum integrates teaching and outreach activities because it seeks to spread Amazonian knowledge to all of society.
Visitor Information
Located in the Bairro do Centro. The address is Rua Ramos Ferreira 1036. You can contact them by phone at +55 92 3233 7223 to ask questions about current exhibitions.
Opening hours. The unit opens from Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00. Access occurs during standard business hours.