Few people know, but in Tupã, in the interior of São Paulo, there is the India Vanuíre Historical and Pedagogical Museum, a space that values Brazilian cultural diversity, with an emphasis on indigenous peoples. Its patron is Vanuíre, a 20th century historical figure responsible for brokering peace between the peoples of the region.
Founded in 1966 by Luiz de Souza Leão, creator of the city of Tupã, the museum was given its own headquarters in 1980, built in reinforced concrete. After undergoing renovations and modernizations, it reopened its doors in 2010 with an even more inclusive and educational proposal.
What can you find at the India Vanuíre Museum?
Today, the museum’s collection includes around 38,000 items, including historical objects and documents from the region, as well as an impressive indigenous ethnographic collection. Among the peoples represented are the Kayapó, Yanomámi, Kaingang and Krenak, allowing visitors to come into contact with different worldviews and traditions.
The museum houses hunting tools, domestic utensils, feather art, ceramics, religious ritual pieces and much more. There are also objects that tell the story of the immigrants who took part in the formation of the city of Tupã. It’s a tour that mixes learning and enchantment, ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in the richness of Brazil’s indigenous culture.
Visit this cultural space in Tupã!
As well as preserving the memory of native peoples, the India Vanuíre Museum is an educational space, with temporary exhibitions, educational activities and interactive activities that bring the public even closer to its mission. No wonder it has become a national reference in the debate on memory, identity and cultural diversity.
Admission is free and the museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9am to 6pm, with extended hours until 8pm on Thursdays. An unmissable destination for those who want to learn more about Brazil’s history and cultural wealth.
