Living Museum of Bujumbura

The Living Museum spans 3 hectares in downtown Bujumbura, featuring exhibits of indigenous animals and traditional Burundian art displays within a park setting.

Founded in 1977, the museum emerged as one of the earliest institutions dedicated to preserving and displaying Burundian wildlife and cultural traditions.

Local artisans maintain workshops within the museum grounds, creating traditional crafts while visitors observe their techniques and purchase handmade items.

The museum operates daily from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM under the management of the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture of Burundi.

A reconstructed traditional Burundian house called rugo stands among diverse tree species, housing exhibits of leopards, chimpanzees, crocodiles, and regional snakes.

Location: Bujumbura

Operator: Ministère de la Jeunesse des Sports et de la CUlture

Address: Avenue du 13 Octobre

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00-17:30

Phone: +25779450140

GPS coordinates: -3.38770,29.35382

Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38