Museu Afro-Brasileiro
Bahia
The Afro-Brazilian Museum, located in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, was inaugurated on January 7, 1982. It was founded through a collaboration between Brazilian governmental bodies and the Federal University of Bahia, aiming to study, defend, and disseminate Afro-Brazilian culture and heritage. The museum houses a collection of original and African-inspired artifacts related to labor, technology, arts, and religious practices, particularly focusing on Afro-Brazilian religions such as Candomblé. Notably, it features Brazilian-origin objects connected to Afro-Brazilian religious traditions, including cedar wood sculptures by Carybé and 27 panels depicting the orixás of Bahian Candomblé. Although part of the Federal University of Bahia's Faculty of Philosophy and Human Sciences, the museum is physically located in the Faculty of Medicine building in Salvador's historic center. Its collection reflects the profound cultural and religious syncretism characteristic of Afro-Brazilian identity, making it a unique institution for understanding African heritage in Brazil.
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Consejo: Visitors are advised to check opening hours in advance and consider visiting during weekdays to avoid crowds. Booking tickets ahead may be beneficial during peak tourist seasons. The museum offers insights into Afro-Brazilian culture that are enhanced by guided tours, which can deepen understanding of the exhibits and religious symbolism. Discounts may be available for students and seniors. The central location in Salvador's historic district makes it accessible by public transport.
Datos interesantes
- •The museum features 27 panels representing the orixás of Candomblé, a major Afro-Brazilian religion.
- •Carybé, a renowned artist, created a series of cedar wood sculptures displayed at the museum.
- •The museum was initially organized by Pierre Verger, a notable ethnographer and photographer specializing in Afro-Brazilian culture.
Historia
The Afro-Brazilian Museum was established on January 7, 1982, through an agreement among Brazilian ministries, the Bahia state government, Salvador city, and the Federal University of Bahia.
It was initially organized by the French-Brazilian ethnographer Pierre Verger and directed by Yeda Pessoa de Castro from the Center for Afro-Oriental Studies.
Over time, it has become a key institution for the preservation and study of Afro-Brazilian cultural and religious heritage, integrating academic research with public education.
Guía del lugar
Orixás Panels1980s
A collection of 27 vibrant panels illustrating the orixás, deities of the Candomblé religion, each panel representing a specific spiritual entity important to Afro-Brazilian religious practices.
Carybé Cedar Wood SculpturesMid-20th century
A series of cedar wood carvings by Carybé, depicting religious and cultural motifs significant to Bahia's Afro-Brazilian communities.
Contacto
Teléfono: (71) 3017-6722
