National Museum of Ghana

The National Museum of Ghana is located in the capital city of Accra and is the largest and oldest of the six museums under the administration of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board (GMMB). The museum was inaugurated on 5th March 1957 as part of Ghana’s independence celebrations, and it houses a rich collection of Ghana’s historical treasures. The museum’s collections are divided into three main areas: archaeology, ethnography, and art. Visitors can explore a wide range of exhibits, including traditional Ghanaian musical instruments, gold weights, beads, textiles, stools, and pottery. Additionally, there are objects from other African countries, such as Senufo masks from Ivory Coast, Zulu wooden figures from Southern Africa, and ancient Ife bronze heads from Nigeria1. After undergoing refurbishment, the museum reopened and now includes additional exhibits and artefacts. It’s open to the public every day from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, and it’s expected to attract about 150,000 visitors each year, contributing significantly to Ghana’s tourism.