MAM - Museum of Modern Art
Museum of Modern Art is a must see for those who love art
For those who love art, a trip to Rio would be incomplete without a trip to the Museum of Modern Art (Museu Arte Moderna). As the name states this museum is home to a number of collections of modern and contemporary art including paintings, photographs and sculptures.
There are over 11,000 works of art in the museum's permanent collection by both international as well as Brazilian born artists, some of these include the works by Marino Marini, Jean Arp, Bruno Giorgi, Helio Oiticica and Lygia Clark to name but a few.
Visitors also have the pleasure and surprise of viewing some of the travelling collections. This also ensures that visitors who have already been to the Museum of Modern Art will always have a new collection to view and appreciate. Visitors also need to know that not all of the collections which are permanent are always on display. There are signs describing the art pieces in both Portuguese and English.
The structure itself was designed by Alfonso Eduardo Reidy and was completed in 1955, a modernist building which was built with large windows and external pillar elements which allows the building to have fewer internal structural walls. The design of the building allows visitors views of the beautifully sculptured gardens and other natural sights such as Sugarloaf mountain and other mountain formations as well as a glimpse of Guanabara Bay.
The museum can be located at Parque do Flamengo (Flamengo Park) on the coast of Rio, an urban planning project at the time. The garden was designed and sculptured by Roberto Burle Marx, the design is abstract and you can get a full view of the spectacular garden from the second-floor patio of the museum.
Despite its vast collection of modern art, beautifully sculptured garden and uninterrupted views of the landscapes the museum is also known for its cinema with many film events being held there over weekends.
There is a restaurant, bar and a lounge area by the deck which make it a really wonderful place to relax and take in all the beauty around you.
For art lovers or for those who appreciate the finer things in life, make sure to stop by the museum.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesMAM - Museum of Modern Art Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Address: Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 85 - Parque do Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-140, Brazil
Phone: (21) 3883-5600
Official Website: MAM - Museum of Modern Art
MAM - Museum of Modern Art Reviews
Rated out of 5
While wandering through the city, we stumbled upon the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) in Rio de Janeiro. This striking building immediately caught our attention with its unique architectural style. Designed by renowned Brazilian architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy in the 1950s, the museum is a masterpiece of modernist architecture, featuring open spaces and large glass panels that blend the structure with its surroundings.
The entrance was free, and inside we found rotating exhibitions of contemporary art. Although I was expecting a permanent collection of modern masterpieces, the temporary exhibits were still an interesting and thought-provoking experience.
Overall, MAM Rio is a great stop for art lovers and those curious about Brazil’s modernist architectural heritage. Even if you're not an art enthusiast, the building itself and its location in Flamengo Park make it worth a visit.
MarosH Hudak - a week ago
Impressive venue, brutalist building with unique design. We could not visit it on the inside since it was closed for refurbishment. We could only visit a branch of the building with a temporary exhibition, not impressed by those paintings. It's a must see for architecture and brutalism lovers.
Pasquale Gioia - 3 months ago
Very beautiful place, a must see! It was my first time in Rio and I visited a couple of the museums however, by far this is my favorite if you're into art painting sculptures whatever it is definitely check the spot out. They had dancing outside of the museum. It was very beautiful and definitely check out the wall butts lol.
Tony M - a year ago
Wonderfully curated exhibitions. An impressive building and stunning grounds. There’s also a very delightful cafe. Highly recommend. Don’t expect to spend hours here but expect to be blown away.
Ifeatu Nnaobi - a month ago
Beautiful building. No collection but there was a very interesting exhibition about the great garden designer and landscape architect Burle Marx. The setting is beautiful in the Flamengo Park. Green surroundings. Tram stop nearby (Antonio Carlos) and not far from Lapa on foot.
gentile paglia - 11 months ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 1 - Orange or Line 2 - Green | Cinelândia | 10 Minutes |
How to get to MAM - Museum of Modern Art by Metro
Exit at Cinelândia Station and walk south along the east sidewalk of Avenida Rio Branco (runs along the east edge of the plaza) until you get to Av. Beira Mar and go left. Walk to the pedestrian overpass and take it across to the museum.
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The space underneath the Museum of Modern Art is popular for public gatherings and events cc licensed photo by marcusrg -
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