The collection originated from the early 1900s efforts of Edmundo Navarro de Andrade to find sustainable timber sources for locomotive fuel.
The site contains over 1,000 different wood samples used for comparative botanical analysis.
The museum is housed in the former residence of Edmundo Navarro de Andrade, which maintains its original architectural characteristics.
The arboretum at the site is considered one of the largest and most diverse eucalyptus collections in South America.
The reforestation project was initially driven by the need to prevent the deforestation caused by steam-engine rail transport.
The Museu do Eucalipto is located within the Horto Florestal Edmundo Navarro de Andrade in Rio Claro, a facility dedicated to the study and preservation of eucalyptus species introduced to Brazil. It houses a collection of over 80 species of eucalyptus, reflecting the historical work of Edmundo Navarro de Andrade, who led the reforestation efforts for the Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro. The museum exhibits artifacts, botanical samples, and tools related to the acclimatization of these trees in the early 20th century. The surrounding forest area serves as a significant arboretum and site for environmental education. The grounds feature extensive walking trails, old colonial-style buildings, and rare wood samples. It is recognized as a site of both scientific importance and historical heritage within the state of São Paulo.
The historical wooden architecture of the main museum building exterior.
Bring insect repellent as the wooded areas are home to native forest insects.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel and dirt paths throughout the park.
Allocate time to explore the walking trails beyond the museum building itself.
Do not attempt to walk off-trail in the forest as the area is protected and navigation can be difficult.
Closed on Mondays for maintenance and administrative updates.
Maintain silence inside the museum, follow all marked trail paths to preserve vegetation, and do not remove any botanical samples.
