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House of Rui Barbosa Museum

Casa de Rui Barbosa
Rui Barbosa

"The mansion housing this museum was the home of Rui Barbosa, a legal expert, journalist, politician and - diplomat during the last 28 years of his life. Dating back to 1849, it is an important landmark in XIX century architecture in Rio, reflecting some neo-Classical influence. The museum collection includes 1,400 items of furniture and fittings, as well as decorative objects, and items of personal use, pictures and vehicles, with a 1913 Benz automobile of particular interest, in addition to a priceless library" - Rio Guide

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Automobile
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Info

Opening times: Tuesday to Friday: 9 AM to 5:30 PM Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 2 PM to 6 PM Every last working Tuesday of the month, from 10 am to 7:30 pm.

Address

Rua Săo Clemente, 134
Botafogo
Rio de Janeiro-RJ
22260-000
Brazil

E-mail
museu@rb.gov.br
Phone
+55 21 3289 4600