Why visit
The mansion housed the state government from 1904 to 1975. Distinguish the former State of Rio, whose capital was Niterói, from Guanabara, formed by the city of Rio. Their 1975 merger turned the palace toward history, art and political memory.
What to look for
- Former palace architecture and gardens
- Furniture and documents only when displayed
- Art and popular culture in current exhibitions
What does this heritage reveal about the society that built it?
Visiting details
FUNARJ lists Wednesday–Saturday, noon–5pm. Guided visits require booking. Confirm current exhibitions and admission arrangements.
Ask the institution about step-free access and which areas are open.
Collections such as Banerj belong to the holdings; no individual artwork is guaranteed on display.