Museum Swakopmund, Scientific museum in Swakopmund, Namibia.
The Museum Swakopmund occupies a building near the lighthouse, displaying extensive collections of natural history specimens, geological artifacts, and historical objects from the region.
Dentist Alfons Weber established the museum after collecting items for over 20 years, leading to its official opening on December 17, 1951.
The museum presents exhibits about indigenous peoples of Namibia, featuring contributions from different ethnic groups and documenting the diverse traditions of the region.
The facility opens daily from 10:00 to 17:00, offering guided tours with advance booking and maintaining a shop that sells books, postcards, and local souvenirs.
The museum houses the original fixtures of the Swakopmund Adler Pharmacy and maintains a collection of geological specimens from the Tsumeb mining area.
Location: Swakopmund
Official opening: December 17, 1951
Website: http://scientificsocietyswakopmund.info
GPS coordinates: -22.67583,14.52333
Latest update: March 10, 2025 11:47
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