National Museum of Ethnography Nampula

The National Museum of Ethnography houses 40,000 objects representing 380 cultures from 80 countries across four continents, focusing on African artifacts.

The museum opened in 1956 under the name Museum Commander Eugenio Ferreira de Almeida, designed by architect Mario de Oliveira.

The collections include traditional hunting weapons, fishing nets, musical instruments, and Makonde art that represent daily life in northern Mozambique.

The museum maintains regular visiting hours from Tuesday through Sunday, with special rates for students, seniors, and local residents.

This institution stands as the only national museum located outside Maputo, offering insights into Mozambican material culture through extensive ethnographic displays.

Location: Nampula Province

Inception: 1956

Founders: Adelino Joaquim Pereira Soares de Castro

Architects: Mário de Oliveira

Official opening: 1956

Address: Avenida Eduardo Mondlane 1107, Nampula

GPS coordinates: -15.11831,39.26654

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:55