Independence Memorial Museum, History museum in Windhoek, Namibia.
The Independence Memorial Museum features a modern triangular glass design reaching 40 meters high with three floors dedicated to different historical periods.
The museum opened on March 20, 2014, marking the twenty-fourth anniversary of Namibia's independence under President Hifikepunye Pohamba's leadership.
The museum exhibits document the nation's path through colonial resistance, liberation movements, and the journey toward national sovereignty through artifacts and displays.
Visitors can access the museum Monday through Friday from 09:00 to 16:30 and Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00, with guided tours available throughout.
The structure, designed by North Korean firm Mansudae Overseas Projects, includes a glass-fronted elevator and stands between German colonial buildings Christuskirche and Alte Feste.
Location: Windhoek
Fee: No
Address: Robert Mugabe Avenue Windhoek
Opening Hours: Lunedì, Martedì, Giovedì, Venerdì 08:00-17:00; Mercoledì 09:00-13:00
GPS coordinates: -22.56872,17.08799
Latest update: November 3, 2025 07:55
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