The Museu da Amazônia (MUSA) operates as a living museum in Manaus. It is located within the Adolpho Ducke Forest Reserve to preserve primary forest. Founded in 2009, the project promotes scientific knowledge because it aims to turn nature into a tool for conservation and public education.
Structure and Activities
The museum features observation towers. Visitors walk along trails surrounded by trees, palms, and vines while observing local fauna in its natural habitat. The site offers exhibitions on indigenous cultures, aquariums, and an orchidarium for biodiversity study.
Experimental laboratories are available on-site. Activities include guided tours through the serpentarium and butterfly house so that visitors can learn about the details of the Amazonian micro-world.
Practical Information
The address is Avenida Margarita, 6305. Access is via Cidade de Deus in Manaus. You can contact them at (92) 3582-3188 to make bookings or ask questions about tickets.
Operating hours follow a specific schedule. The unit is open Thursday to Tuesday from 08:30 to 17:00, although Wednesdays require prior booking for visits. The official website is http://museudaamazonia.org.br.
