National Museum of Ethnography Nampula

The National Museum of Ethnography is a museum in Nampula that collects and displays objects from various African cultures. The collection includes crafted works, art objects, and everyday items that document the region's diversity and cultural traditions.

The museum was established in the middle of the 20th century and carries the name of a Portuguese commander. It was developed as part of the city's cultural infrastructure and represents an important legacy from that era.

The collections display traditional hunting weapons, fishing nets, musical instruments, and Makonde art that reflect daily life in northern Mozambique. These items tell stories of craftsmanship and traditions that remain alive in the region today.

The museum is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday and offers reduced entry rates for certain visitor groups. Plan to spend a few hours to explore the collections at a comfortable pace and examine the objects carefully.

This is the only national ethnographic museum in the country located outside the capital city. As such, it preserves perspectives and collections that particularly reflect the communities of the northern region.

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: December 14, 2025 14:23