Moreira Salles Institute (Instituto Moreira Salles) Tours

A cultural legacy from one of Brazil’s elite families, the Moreira Salles Institute (Instituto Moreira Salles) is a modernist mansion set in the jungle, the former home of the Moreira Salles family. It has been transformed into a museum and educational space, celebrating Brazilian culture and arts. The Institute focuses on four artistic areas: photography, music, literature and iconography. The main focus is on photography, with rotating exhibits featuring the works of top visual artists from Brazil and worldwide. Exhibits range from old, historic photos, to contemporary photo-essays to abstract photography. They also scheduled screenings of films and documentaries from around the world.
The structure is a perfect example of 1950s modernism in South America, with an angular design and some geometric patterns. Semi-open air rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows incorporate the natural beauty of the property, set on the border of the Tijuca National Forest. In the surrounding garden, tall trees tower up toward the sky and paths weave among the tropical, green garden. Streams, fountains, and a pond surrounded by a modern mosaic design also add to the property’s serene, modern design.
Practical Info
The Moreira Salles Institute is located at Rua Marquês de São Vicente, 476, in the neighborhood of Gávea. It is open Tuesday–Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to the house and the exhibitions is free.
Address: Rua Marquês de São Vicente, 476, Gávia, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Brazil
Hours: Open Tues-Sun 11am-8pm
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