Botswana National Museum

The Botswana National Museum is a national museum in Gaborone with multiple exhibition halls featuring artifacts, traditional crafts, and contemporary artworks. The collections show the country's cultural identity through objects and artistic pieces that tell the story of its people.

The museum opened in 1968 following an Act of Parliament, becoming the first national museum of independent Botswana. This founding marked an important moment in establishing an official space to preserve and present the country's heritage.

The galleries display traditional clothing, tools, and musical instruments that show how different ethnic groups lived and worked across the country. You can see objects that people actually used in their daily lives and understand their customs through these items.

The museum operates throughout the week with regular opening hours and offers guided tours for visitors interested in learning about the country's heritage. It is easily accessible and has facilities to make your visit comfortable.

The site expanded in 2007 with the addition of a National Botanical Garden, creating an integrated space that combines cultural and natural elements. The garden lets visitors see native plants and understand their place in the local environment.

Location: Gaborone

Inception: 1968

Official opening: 1968

Address: 161 Queens Rd, Gaborone, Botswana

Phone: +2673974616

GPS coordinates: -24.65699,25.91966

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25