Museum of the American Man

The Serra da Capivara National Park, located in Piauí, Brazil, is a significant archaeological site known for its rich prehistoric heritage. It houses more than 700 archaeological sites featuring rock art dated to over 12,000 years ago, making it a vital window into the Upper Paleolithic period. The park's archaeological finds, including cave paintings and funerary urns, provide valuable insights into the early human occupation and cultural evolution in the Americas. The Museum of the American Man, situated nearby, curates and exhibits many artifacts uncovered during extensive archaeological research. The site offers an understanding of prehistoric human adaptation and interaction with the environment, highlighting the development from the Upper Paleolithic through the Mesolithic to the Neolithic periods.