Alaafin of Oyo visits Latin America's largest Afro-Brazilian museum in São Paulo

Accompanied by his Queen Consort, Ayaba Abiwunmi, the monarch toured the museum, which houses over 6,000 works of art, artifacts, and historical objects. These items document more than five centuries of the cultural and historical contributions of people of African descent in Brazil. Founded in 2004 by artist Emanuel Araújo, the museum's permanent collection includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, ethnographic artifacts, slavery-era documents, traditional religious objects, and various arts and crafts.

The institution aims to center the Black experience in Brazilian history and culture, promoting self-esteem, dignity, and pride by presenting Brazil's history through the experiences of enslaved Africans and their descendants, highlighting the lasting influence of African culture on the country’s identity. The museum offers English-speaking guides to explain the stories behind its extensive collection.