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Owela Museum, Windhoek

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#3 of 6 in Museums in Windhoek
Specialty Museum · Hidden Gem · Museum
Find out about Namibia's traditions, history, and heritage at Owela Museum. An ethnographic center explaining the cultural diversity of Namibian people, the museum offers an insight into the country's traditions, cultural practices, and even its natural history. Admire ever-growing collections of items reated to Namibian archaeology, find out about the elephant's evolution through history, and learn how "Nama" huts are constructed. Make an appointment with the curator before your visit if you can. To visit Owela Museum on your trip to Windhoek, use our Windhoek trip app.
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  • By Aron37
    Rather disappointing; huge amount of exhibits especially on ethnography (the tribes of Namibia)and information, poorly displayed and labelled - too low down and out of focus range. The fauna /birds...  more »
  • By LeeanneG_12
    The visit started with getting to the door. Sitting at the front of the museum was a group of intoxicated people drinking alcohol at 9am. The front is also surrounded with rubbish and washing hanging....  more »
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  • By Brian Pellot
    Needs some investment to keep the lights on, but provides an interesting overview
  • By Basile Malonga Massamba
    Good culture knowledge for everyone
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