National Museum of Togo, National museum in Lomé, Togo
Description
The National Museum of Togo is a museum in Lomé that displays traditional garments, musical instruments, pottery, and historical craft objects from different regions throughout the country. The collections show the range of artistic and practical skills maintained across generations.
History
The museum was established in 1975 and occupies a building from the 1960s with distinctive architectural character. This location links the preservation of cultural heritage with a modern setting from the independence era.
Culture
The collection features decorated baskets with shell inlays, gourd containers for storing food, and carved wooden figures that reflect local craftsmanship. These objects reveal the everyday practices and skill of the people who made them.
Practical
The museum opens in the afternoon on weekdays, while weekend hours start earlier in the day. Plan your visit to allow enough time for exploring the collections at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
The collection includes traditional tobacco pipes and metalwork that display the technical skills of craftspeople across many generations. These items are often overlooked despite revealing the artistic focus on small, functional objects.
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