National Museum of Ghana

　　The National Museum of Ghana is located in Accra and is the largest and oldest of the six museums governed by the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board. The museum officially opened to the public on March 5, 1957, as part of the celebrations marking Ghana’s Independence Day.

　　The museum's exhibits are diverse and can be divided into three main categories: archaeological collections, ethnographic collections, and fine art crafts. The archaeological collection includes artifacts from the Stone Age to more recent periods, featuring permanent displays such as chief’s regalia, traditional Ghanaian musical instruments, glass beads, textiles, stools, and ceramics. Additionally, there are objects exchanged with other African countries, such as masks from South Africa and Zulu wood carvings.

　　The National Museum of Ghana also houses a selection of modern Ghanaian paintings, including oil paintings, pastel works, acrylics, watercolors, and abstract collages. The museum currently preserves historical and cultural exhibits related to Ghanaian tribal chieftaincy culture, the history of the slave trade, ethnic handicrafts, and African musical instruments. It underwent renovation in 2007 in preparation for Ghana’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

　　National Museum of Ghana Reason to visit: The largest and oldest museum in Ghana Continent: Africa Country/Region: Ghana Province/State: Greater Accra Region City: Accra