Musée National, Archaeological and anthropological museum in Bamako, Mali.
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
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.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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