Location: Lagos
Top Things to do in Lagos
The 10 Best Museums in Lagos, Lagos State
Lagos /ˈleɪɡɒs/ (Yoruba: Èkó) is a city in the Nigerian state of the same name. The city, with its adjoining conurbation, is the most populous in Nigeria, and the most populous on the African continent. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the world, and also one of the most populous urban agglomerations. Lagos is a major financial centre in Africa; the megacity has the highest GDP, and also houses one of the largest and busiest ports on the continent.
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1. Mindscape Childrens Museum
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Ovuomaroro Studio and Gallery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
The gallery features the contemporary artworks of Nigeria's Human living treasure Prof. Bruce Onobrakpeya, spanning nearly six decades of his career as an artist. The two-storey has glass windows for natural light, and a print- making studio facility where he has worked since 1976. There is a gift shop where you can buy contemporary books on modern Nigerian art and some of his prints and art.
3. Henrimoweta African Art Centre
4. Jaekel House
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Jaekel House, one of the oldest buildings located within the Nigerian Railway Compound Lagos, built circa 1900, is recognised as a fine example of colonial style tropical architecture. In a dilapidated state for years, the restoration of the building and extensive garden was completed in 2010 by Legacy1995, the Historical & Environmental Interest Group of Nigeria, with an upper floor Mini Museum.
Reviewed By toladeleke - Dublin, Ireland
i went to Jaekel house with my family over Christmas (2019). This hidden gem is right in the middle of busy bustling Lagos...it was fascinating. The colonial house was built in 1898 and it still stands thanks to the restorative efforts of Legacy1995 (Historical & Environmental NGO). The mini museum has many artefacts and it is a perfect location for any celebration. I learnt a lot about colonial Lagos and i look forward to my next visit. #Historical #GreatEscape #Tranquil #Architecture #Legacy1995
5. Nike Centre For Art And Culture
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4.5 based on 559 reviews
Nike Art Centre, Lagos, is one of Nigeria's hidden treasures. Located in Lekki, Lagos, the four-story building compromises of an art gallery and textile museum featuring over 7,000 pieces and soon to have Coffee shop. The Centre has a diverse collection of art by a multitude of artists, celebrating Nigeria's talent, offering visitors an insight into all cultures of Nigeria through the medium of art. It can take up to a full day to discover all the Nike Art Centre has to offer. Fortunately, the gallery is open 7 days a week often holding art exhibitions, workshops and cultural days. If you're feeling creative you can take an art course with Nike or go on one of her week-long retreats outside of Lagos in Osun state (Osogbo), Kogi state (Ogidi) and Abuja, all of which you can visit with 'Nike Tours'. The tours offer overnight accommodation at her guesthouses, and partake in creating traditional African crafts such as adire, batik, indigo, beadwork, painting, or carving. Nike Art Centre is an impressive gallery and a must for art lovers.
Reviewed By boluwatifemaryams
I really loved her place, we were given a warm reception by the owner, she was so nice,and the arts are all wonderful and lovely
6. Red Door Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By margaretolele - Lagos, Nigeria
Last year I had an art exhibition at the Red Door. I had not visited since last year and was worried that the standards may not be the same. From the gate to the reception, I was treated almost as a family member of the red door from. Tucked in VI, this serene gallery had it own class, with wok
7. Alexis Galleries
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
An exquisite Gallery situated in the heart of Victoria Island. With artists of all ages and price ranges from lowest to highest. An exhibition venue as well, crowned by Art Cafe Lagos (Listed).
8. Black Heritage Museum
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
THE DISTRICT OFFICER’S OFFICE. (Badagry Heritage Museum). Formerly known as The District Officer’s Office, built in 1863 by the British Government. Henry F. Pilkington Esq. was the first District Officer posted in 1865, while G. B. Ollivant was the last District Officer. Converted into museum in 2002 and contains historical collections of slave trade between Africa, Europe and North America.
9. Kalakuta Republic Museum
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By theafricanhobo - Abuja, Nigeria
A three-storey building that houses the belongings of Fela Kuti right before he died. His room has been preserved the exact way he left it for the past 23 years. A tour guide takes you floor by floor and tells stories of the afrobeat legend Fela with pictures, newsletters from his political party and other sacred artefacts. The third kalakuta is also where Fela Kuti was buried and his tomb is right by the gate. An enlightening experience for followers/lovers of history and afro beats. There's a rooftop chillout spot where you can relax and get some drinks, food or other herbs after the tour.
10. The National Museum
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3.0 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 437sophiab - Lagos, Nigeria
We decided to go visit the national museum during the Eid public holiday. We were pleasantly surprised. Our tour guide "Figaro" was the absolute best and tickets only cost 1000naira for 8 of us. There's so much to see...old currencies...the car Murtala Mohd died in etc.
