The most interesting museums in São Paulo
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So, are you up for a cultural tour ? Then this is your time to explore the Museums in São Paulo !
A city as diverse as SP offers residents and tourists a variety of museums with distinct characteristics and proposals, offering visitors a variety of artistic and cultural experiences!
Come see here how you can get involved with art and culture in a Museum that may be very close to you or perhaps in the middle of your daily commute.
- Sao Paulo Museum of Art (MASP)
Our number 1 museum and perhaps one of the most famous in the city is MASP , located on Avenida Paulista, recognized for its iconic architecture and housing a vast collection of Western art.
At MASP you can enjoy the works of famous artists, such as Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Picasso and Portinari.
An interesting difference at MASP is the way in which the works of art are displayed, in a free space suspended by concrete beams, providing a unique experience of artistic appreciation.
- Museum of Modern Art of São Paulo (MAM)
Located in Ibirapuera Park, the São Paulo Museum of Modern Art ( MAM ) is an institution dedicated to modern and contemporary art.
At MAM you will find a collection that includes paintings, sculptures, photographs and installations by Brazilian and international artists.
The interesting thing about it is that there are constantly artistic experiments and temporary exhibitions, bringing the trends of contemporary art.
In addition, MAM organizes art-related events, such as performances, lectures, workshops and film screenings.
- Afro Brazil Museum
And speaking of Ibirapuera Park, in the same place you can also stop by to visit the Afro Brasil museum , a place dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of Afro-Brazilian culture and history.
Amidst a pleasant atmosphere to explore art and enjoy the green and peaceful environment, you will be able to learn about different aspects of the African influence in the formation of Brazilian identity.
The Afro Brazil Museum's collection includes historical artifacts, such as musical instruments, household utensils, clothing, masks and Afro-Brazilian sculptures.
- São Paulo State Art Gallery
The Pinacoteca is the oldest art museum in the city, located in the historic center of São Paulo.
Its collection includes a wide range of elements of Brazilian art, from the colonial period to the present day.
In the art gallery you can see several paintings, sculptures, engravings and photographs by renowned Brazilian artists, as well as emerging artists.
Visitors can also enjoy educational programs and activities, as well as temporary exhibitions that are held on site.
- Museum of Image and Sound (MIS)
Located on Avenida Europa, the Image and Sound Museum ( MIS ) is dedicated to the preservation, exhibition and dissemination of audiovisual culture.
There you can find several exhibitions that explore photography, cinema, music, television and other forms of audiovisual expression.
At MIS there is a recurring program of varied events, such as film screenings, musical performances, lectures and workshops for visitors.
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