National Museum Lagos Travel Guide: Top Sights in Nigeria, Tours &

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National Museum Lagos- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Nigeria; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The Nigerian National Museum, located in Onikan, Lagos Island, is home to a vast collection of Nigerian art and historical artifacts. It features significant pieces such as the Jemaa Head from the Nok culture, along with statues, carvings, masks, textiles, and musical instruments. Established in 1957 by English archaeologist Kenneth Murray, the museum serves to preserve Nigeria's cultural heritage. With over 47,000 items on display, the museum also hosts works by contemporary Nigerian artists.

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Reviews of National Museum Lagos

Travellers Guide

5
Reviewed: 2024-11-17

I was really impressed by the upgrade of the facilities. Took my tourist there to learn about Nigeria and her culture very educating and fun.
Folashade James

5
Reviewed: 2024-08-26

It’s a great place to visit with your kids As the learn about history and politics . And they also have a play area . Fun and education.
Ukemeabasi Esiet (Ukeme)

4
Reviewed: 2024-06-24

The National Museum Lagos is an invaluable resource on Nigeria's sociocultural history with artifacts gathered from the breadth of the country. You can find objects and materia representing many of Nigeria's major tribes, telling the story of life from birth to death. You can also see exhibits detailing more modern aspects of Nigerian culture as well as some more ephemeral exhibits sponsored by private organizations. I definitely recommend that you check it out if you have a chance.
Nnenna O.

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-20

The staff were friendly. Entry required a ticket, which cost 1,000 naira. The entire experience was enlightening, and they also had a tour guide on standby..
Boluwatife Akinola

3
Reviewed: 2023-12-16

This place gave me a burst of nostalgia from my childhood experience first visiting. This could really be a lovely afternoon experience for the history/cultural buffs among us. There were a number of exhibits around art from all parts of Nigeria, materials associated with life, death, marriage among Nigerian cultures, musical instruments and ofcourse, the classic car. It only costs 1k to enter but unfortunately I didn’t have a tour guide and so had to navigate on my own. Additionally, like many things in Nigeria, it could also use some funding and rehab.