Chapungu Sculpture Park

Chapungu Sculpture Park is a 15-acre landscaped garden featuring hundreds of stone carvings made by Zimbabwean artists using traditional hand tools and local stone. The site contains outdoor exhibition areas alongside an indoor gallery and a dedicated center where artists develop their craft through residency programs.

Roy Guthrie founded the art center in 1970, starting with a small gallery that gradually expanded into an international platform for Zimbabwean stone sculptors. This beginning established the foundation for recognizing local artistic practices on a global stage.

The artworks are created using hand carving methods and local stone, reflecting the craftsmanship traditions of the sculptors who work here. Visitors encounter pieces that show how artists bridge their heritage with contemporary sculptural forms.

The park is easy to navigate with clearly marked pathways throughout the garden and exhibition areas. Visitors can walk through the indoor galleries and outdoor sections at their own pace, allowing time to view the sculptures and visit the artist studios.

A natural gateway of 50 Fever Trees marks the entrance, creating a distinctive arrival experience before visitors step into the garden spaces. These tall trees frame the first impression of the place and connect the natural landscape to the sculptural works within.

Location: Harare

GPS coordinates: -17.84369,31.12084

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42