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Museu Histórico Desembargador Edmundo Mercer Júnior and its collection
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The Museu Histórico Desembargador Edmundo Mercer Júnior, also known as the Museu do Garimpo, is a historical museum located in the municipality of Tibagi, in the state of Paraná. The museum's primary objective is to disseminate the history of the municipality and the mining activity in the region. It also contributes to historical and documentary studies and research, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the region.
Museum's Collection and Exhibits
The Museu Histórico Desembargador Edmundo Mercer Júnior offers a comprehensive portrayal of the history of the municipality and mining in the Tibagi river, with a particular focus on the diamond cycle in the region. The museum boasts one of the largest collections in the interior of the state, with approximately 5,000 pieces displayed across 9 rooms. Visitors can explore thematic rooms such as the mining and prospecting cycle room, which highlights diamond exploration. The museum is unique in Paraná for its exhibit on diving in the diving suit. Other sections reveal the history of the first local inhabitants, the Kaingang Indians, and the presence of the drovers and pioneers of the city. The museum also features the evolution of radios and television, a research space, and a temporary exhibition room.
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