Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum occupies two buildings at the entrance to St George's Park and displays extensive collections of South African and international art. The spaces are arranged to show different art forms, from paintings to textiles and prints.

The building opened in 1956 as King George VI Art Gallery and received its current name in 2002 as a tribute to Nelson Mandela's legacy. This renaming reflected the changing importance of the place in South African history.

The collection displays work from the Eastern Cape region alongside British paintings, international prints, Indian miniatures, and Chinese textiles. These diverse artistic traditions show global connections and local creativity that visitors can experience today.

Visitors can explore the spaces on most days, with extended hours available on certain occasions. It is helpful to check in advance when special opening times apply to better plan a visit.

Route 67 connects to the museum with an art installation representing each year of Mandela's public service. These 67 artworks by local artists tell a story of social change along the path through the city.