Museu de Folclórico Edson Carneiro details
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Address next to Palácio do Catete, Rua do Catete 179, Catete
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Phone
2285 0441
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- Transport
bus: 571 underground rail: Catete
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Lonely Planet review
Created in 1968, this museum is an excellent introduction to particularly northeastern Brazilian folk art. Its permanent collection comprises 1400 pieces, and includes Candomblé costumes, ceramic figurines and religious costumes used in festivals. The museum also features a folklore library and a small shop, selling handicrafts, books and folk music. The museum lies next door to the Palácio do Catete.
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