Favela Museum debuts digital phase with eMuseu das Favelas platform and free Roblox challenge, expanding access to Rio’s favela culture worldwide.
eMuseu das Favelas Brings Culture Online
The eMuseu das Favelas features nine virtual galleries across four axes: History, Territory, People, and Art & Culture. Explore communities like Alemão, Jacarezinho, Mangueira, Manguinhos, Maré, Morro da Providência, Pavão-Pavãozinho and Cantagalo, Rocinha, and Santa Marta remotely and for free.
Each gallery showcases photos, historical documents, videos, and testimonials. Built with residents, it includes mirante visits and interactive graffiti. Visit www.emuseudasfavelas.com.br.
“The eMuseu and our game open doors for people worldwide to discover favela history, art, and daily life.”
Bianca Pena, creator via Instituto Inspiração, emphasizes digital inclusion and cultural identity.
Roblox Challenge Blends Fun and Education
In the Desafio eMuseu das Favelas, pick a favela and tackle three progressive challenge levels tied to sustainability, citizenship, and local memory. Collect trash, light posts, and ace quizzes to unlock avatar items like shirts and caps.
The contest runs until January 25, with weekly leaderboards awarding 100, 75, and 25 Robux. Free for ages 5+, play at www.roblox.com/games/91727041255689/eMuseu-das-Favelas.
New Physical Site Complements Digital
The Pavão-Pavãozinho and Cantagalo headquarters reopened December 10 with exhibits like “Um Despertar de Almas e de Sonhos.” It offers 20 interactive areas, VR experiences, and AI graffiti.
Ruth Jurberg of Cidade Integrada celebrates the permanent physical and digital collections for global access. Sponsored by Light and the Culture Secretariat via incentive law.
Details
Launch of Desafio eMuseu das Favelas on Roblox and eMuseu das Favelas
Date: January 5, 2026
Roblox participation period: until January 25, 2026
Age rating for Roblox game: 5+
Free access on both platforms
Game link: https://www.roblox.com/games/91727041255689/eMuseu-das-Favelas
eMuseu link: https://www.emuseudasfavelas.com.br/
eMuseu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emuseudasfavelas?igsh=OTZpY2Zyd2llbGRp
Sponsorship: Light and Rio State Culture and Creative Economy Secretariat via Culture Incentive Law
Support: Instituto Light
Production: Instituto Inspiração
Institutional Support: Cidade Integrada
