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Karen Blixen Museum, Colonial museum at foot of Ngong Hills, Nairobi, Kenya.

The museum exhibits original furnishings and personal items in a 1912 bungalow building surrounded by gardens with native forest and mountain views.

Danish author Karen Blixen operated a coffee plantation at this location from 1917 until 1931 before returning to Denmark after financial difficulties.

The house reflects early European colonial architecture in Kenya and contains exhibits about coffee farming practices of the early 20th century.

Visitors can join guided tours from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM daily, with access to a gift shop selling local crafts and literary works.

The property gained international recognition through the film Out of Africa, based on Blixen's autobiography detailing her experiences at this location.

Location: Nairobi

Inception: 1986

Official opening: 1986

Website: http://karen-blixen.dk

GPS coordinates: -1.35194,36.71250

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:45

Photo author: Krg
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0

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Karen Blixen Museum

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