Guyana National Museum

The Guyana National Museum is a national museum in Georgetown that displays exhibits of natural history, archaeological findings, and cultural artifacts. The collections are spread across several exhibition halls on North Road.

The institution was founded in 1868 by the Royal Agricultural and Commercial Society of British Guiana, inspired by donations from explorer Robert Schomburgk and botanist Carl Ferdinand Appun. This created a space dedicated to preserving knowledge about Guyana's nature and people.

The museum displays traditional crafts, tools, and ceremonial objects that reflect the heritage of Guyana's indigenous peoples, African descendants, and East Indian immigrants. Visitors can observe how these communities have maintained their distinct artistic traditions.

The museum is open Monday through Saturday and offers guided tours through its various collections. Visitors will find preserved specimens, historical documents, and artifacts that are well organized and easy to explore.

The museum houses the PR1 vehicle used by former Prime Minister Ptolemy Reid, offering a rare glimpse into the country's recent leadership history. The collection also includes miniature replicas of ferryboats from the Transport and Harbours Department.

Location: Georgetown

Official opening: 1868

Address: North Road

GPS coordinates: 6.81350,-58.16580

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:40