National Museum of Brazil

The National Museum of Brazil is an organization specializing in museums, culture, and science . Located at Quinta da Boa Vista - São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20940-040, Brazil , the museum is situated in both Rio de Janeiro and Brazil . The National Museum of Brazil was founded on June 6, 1818, by John VI of Portugal , and it was initially a part of the Portuguese Empire . The headquarters of the organization is in Rio de Janeiro , and its board of directors includes Alexander Kellner . The National Museum of Brazil is a prominent cultural institution within the country of Brazil .