Accra is a city where history and modernity intertwine at every turn, and museum collections tell about Ghana’s rich heritage. For lovers of art, history and ethnography, a trip to the city’s museums turns into a real journey full of discoveries and emotions. Walks through the expositions give an understanding of the cultural layers of the region and inspire further routes.
The National Museum of Accra, opened on March 5, 1957, is the oldest and largest museum institution in the country, where valuable materials reflect the history and culture of Ghana are collected. In the halls you can find rare archaeological finds and ethnographic collections, museum relics and memorable exhibits, which are rarely shown elsewhere. In addition to the central museum, the city offers a variety of profile and private collections, galleries and thematic expositions, and small ethnographic and local museums are available in the vicinity, complementing the overall picture and allowing you to make rich excursion routes.
The museum life of Accra is full of temporary projects and educational programs: exhibitions are regularly replaced in the permanent halls, lectures and thematic events dedicated to the culture and history of the region are held. Since the opening of the national museum, anniversaries and special programs have been celebrated, and imported expositions from other countries from time to time enrich the local poster. It is recommended to follow the updates on the sites of museums and in the cultural calendars of the city, so as not to miss interesting temporary exhibitions and author's projects.
Come to Accra to see these collections in person and create your perfect museum itinerary. Book a tour with a private guide - local specialists will help you feel the history, discover little-known facts and make the best route without queues. A trip to Accra Museum will be a bright and memorable event: plan your visit in advance and entrust the excursions to professionals to get the most impressions.
