Slave House, Historical slave house museum in Janjanbureh, Gambia
The Slave House features colonial architecture with thick stone walls, barred windows, and multiple chambers used for holding captured individuals before transportation.
Built in the late 18th century, this structure functioned as a holding facility where people were detained before being transported along the Gambia River.
The museum exhibits display artifacts, chains, and documentation that demonstrate the impact of the transatlantic slave trade on West African communities.
Visitors can take guided tours of the museum daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with local transportation available from nearby towns.
The building contains original markings and inscriptions on its walls, left by individuals who were held within its confines centuries ago.
Location: Janjanbureh
Address: G6VP+G8M, Unnamed Road, Janjanbureh, The Gambia Janjanbureh Janjanbureh
Opening Hours: Lundi-Dimanche 08:00-19:00
Phone: +2209339086
GPS coordinates: 13.54377,-14.76398
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:04
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