Discover the Most Impressive Museums & Galleries in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria's largest city, sprawls inland from the Gulf of Guinea across Lagos Lagoon. Victoria Island, the financial center of the metropolis, is known for its beach resorts, boutiques and nightlife. To the north, Lagos Island is home to the National Museum Lagos, displaying cultural artifacts and craftworks. Lagos is a very creative, historic and multi-cultural city of Africa, home to some of Nigeria's top galleries and museums that allow you to immerse in culture and step back in time. We have listed the city's top institutions below which are definitely worth adding to your Lagos itinerary.

Nigerian National Museum

The Nigerian National Museum offers a fascinating insight into Nigerian traditions and heritage with a range of artefacts, artworks and ethnographic exhibits. Here you’ll discover royal jewellery, costumes, carvings and sculptures, and highlights include the renowned terracotta Jemaa Head sculpture which relates to the Nok culture, and the bullet-riddled vehicle from the assassination of Nigeria’s former military ruler Murtala Muhammed. Traveasy offers cheap tickets to Lagos, so why not come and discover this great museum for yourself.?

Badagry Black Heritage Museum

The Badagry Black Heritage Museum is an intriguing institution dating back to 1863, which preserves a large number of artefacts, relics and documents related to over 300 years of Nigeria’s slave exportation that ran through the historic town of Badagry. The museum is home to a series of galleries which offer an enlightening insight into the victims of the slave trade and the difficult and dark past of this region.

Kalakuta Republic Museum

The Kalakuta Republic Museum is the former residence and recording studio of famous Nigerian musician and activist Fela Kuti, who is an important figure of Nigeria’s past. The museum tells a story of Fela’s life and struggles and also showcases some of his personal items, including musical instruments, album covers, paintings and clothes, as well as his bedroom which is in the same condition that it was left in.

Nike Art Centre

The spectacular Nike Art Centre was founded by famed Nigerian artist and designer Nike Davies-Okundaye, which displays an immense collection of colourful artworks created by artists all across Nigeria and Africa. The art pieces are set across four floors and include sculptures, paintings, textiles and carvings, and there’s also a gift shop selling arts and crafts. This gallery is an ideal visit if you want to learn more about Nigeria’s art and culture.

Red Door Art Gallery

This distinct art institution is small but very wonderful, with a great passion for art. It promotes unpredictable and unconventional artworks, offering a unique gallery experience for visitors. The collection at the Red Door Art Gallery mainly comprises of African contemporary masterpieces and there are curators available which take you round the gallery and teach you about the exhibits and artists. The artworks here are available to purchase.

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