Musée National

Museo Nacional is an archaeological and anthropological museum in Bamako that preserves Mali's cultural heritage. It holds traditional clothing, musical instruments, and ritual objects from different ethnic groups across the country.

The institution was founded in 1953 as the Sudanese Museum during French colonial rule. Ukrainian archaeologist Y. Shumowskyi contributed around 3,000 artifacts to the original collection at that time.

The museum displays replicas of important Malian buildings, particularly the distinctive mosques from Djenné and Timbuktu. Visitors can see how these structures reflect the skill and religious importance of local architectural traditions.

The museum operates on different schedules throughout the week with varying opening hours on different days. It is best to check the specific opening times before your visit since hours change depending on the day.

The museum holds approximately 40,000 black and white photographs that document Mali's cultural development over time. These are paired with audio and video recordings that capture traditional practices as they were performed.

Location: Bamako

Address: M252+C6C, Bamako, Mali

Opening Hours: Tuesday 09:00-17:00; Wednesday 09:00-18:30; Thursday-Saturday 09:00-17:00; Sunday 09:00-14:00

Phone: +22320223486

GPS coordinates: 12.65842,-7.99959

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47