National Gallery in Bulawayo Travel Guide: Top Sights in Zimbabwe,

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National Gallery in Bulawayo- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Zimbabwe; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 2 hours

Nestled in the heart of Bulawayo, the National Gallery occupies Douslin House, an elegant Edwardian building dating back to around 1901, whose century-plus of history adds architectural charm to the experience. Inside, richly textured wooden floors, fireplaces in the upper galleries, laced balconies that frame city views, and transparent lower-gallery windows that invite passersby into the world of art reflect a thoughtful balance of warmth, heritage, and accessibility. This branch of the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, established in 1970, houses a non-circulating library focused on African modern art and offers studios where visitors may glimpse artists at work—an intimate, education-rich environment that connects local creativity with broader artistic currents.

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Reviews of National Gallery in Bulawayo

Tendeso Musimwa

3
Reviewed: 2024-09-12

A great place to see the upcoming artists from our youth. Sadly, there were no booklets to take as souvenirs. Hopefully, in the future each artist can attach a personal statement with a brief description of what they showcase. Change is hard to find so do bring loose money when paying the entrance fee.$2 for adults $1 for kids
Glory Makoni

3
Reviewed: 2024-08-13

Staff was friendly but I couldn't buy a small keepsake from the shop because they didn't have change. The art is beautiful but sparse. Very few artifacts on display. Got to meet some artists in their studios too.
Simphiwe Gina

3
Reviewed: 2024-08-12

The building is part of the experience as it is an old style building. There's a decent amount of paintings and sculptures showcasing both local talent and private collections, but it's rather empty. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children. The sales shop has pieces, books, and collections ranging from $2 to $500. Unfortunately, they didn't have change, which is rather disappointing.
Sipho Ndebele

4
Reviewed: 2023-11-30

The upkeep of this place is excellent,the tranquil atmosphere and various art studios offer an enjoyable experiences. The gallery shop & the café are worth checking out.
Kundai Mangwende

4
Reviewed: 2018-02-13

Beautiful place, beautiful people and beautiful art. Located in the CBD of Bulawayo the National Gallery houses some of the best art from Southern Zimbabwe. There a quite a few galleries with different themes and artifacts.