Anna Neri National Museum

The Anne Neri National Museum (MuNEAN) is located in a historic building and is an institution established to preserve, research and disseminate the history of Brazil’s nursing practice.

The museum tells about the life story of Anna Neri, the founder of Brazilian nursing, about the dedication of a woman in caring for the wounded and sick during the war in Paraguay, her subsequent achievements in this field, honors during life and after death. The exhibition is designed for different audiences and gives an overview of the development of nursing practice around the world from its inception to the present.

The museum is a hotbed of education and culture, as well as a place of modern entertainment and recreation. On its territory there is a cozy cafe, which operates independently of the museum, and a specialized library. On Tuesdays, entrance to the museum is free.