Museum · São Miguel das Missões, RS
Museu das Missões
Museum of mission-era art with Guarani sculptures in polychromed wood.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Museu das Missões
The Museu das Missões is located next to the Sítio Histórico São Miguel Arcanjo in São Miguel das Missões. Conceived from Lucio Costa's project, the museological complex houses mission-era sculptures in polychromed wood and links architecture with collection preservation. The visit adds to the observation of the ruins an understanding of the art produced in the Jesuit-Guarani reductions.
The pieces allow one to perceive different expressions and techniques, but they should be known through their identification and the context of the exhibition. The collection should not be reduced to mere landscape decoration: it preserves materials of historical and artistic value, with specific conservation care.
Check the operating conditions of the exhibition spaces before travel. Entry to the site does not automatically guarantee access to all areas of the museum. Indoors, follow photography rules, keep a distance from the sculptures and seek guidance from the staff to understand the collection.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Allow time for a visit to the collection that complements your stay at the São Miguel ruins.
Best time
Check the operation of the exhibition sections before choosing the museum visiting period.
How to get there
The museum is part of the Sítio Histórico São Miguel Arcanjo area; confirm access to the exhibitions.
Tip
View the sculptures by their collection identification and do not touch the polychromed wood.
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Frequently asked questions about Museu das Missões
What art is highlighted in the Museu das Missões?
The collection preserves mission-era sculptures, especially Guarani polychrome wooden images.