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Nairobi Gallery

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🏆 #9 of 64 spots in Nairobi 👥 2 Visitors 💰 Inexpensive 🏛️ Museum
The Nairobi Gallery is a historic art and culture museum located in the heart of Nairobi, right at the intersection of Kenyatta Avenue and Uhuru Highway. Housed in a beautiful old building known as the "Hatches, Matches, and Dispatches" building, it was once used as a registry for births, marriages, and deaths during the colonial era. Today, it showcases an impressive collection of African art, artifacts, and exhibits, including the famous Murumbi Collection—a treasure trove of African heritage assembled by Kenya’s second Vice President, Joseph Murumbi.Visitors can explore unique artworks, sculptures, and historical items that celebrate African culture and creativity. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just curious about African history, the Nairobi Gallery offers a fascinating look into the continent’s past and its cultural diversity.

Spot Details

💰 Average Cost
KES 150 (Range: KES 1-1,000)
🏆 Best For
Cultural Experience
🌟 Ambiance
Artsy
🔊 Noise Level
Quiet
📅 Best Day to Visit
Wednesday , Thursday
⏰ Best Time to Visit
Morning
👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Family Friendly
Family Friendly
🐾 Pet Friendly
Not Allowed
♿ Disable Friendly
Friendly
🦽 Wheelchair Accessible
Fully Accessible
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly
Very Welcoming

Ratings

⭐ Overall 10.0 / 10
✨ Cleanliness 5.0 / 5
🛡️ Safety 5.0 / 5
💰 Cost KES 1-1,000

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    • Recent Reviews

    Keith Ang'ana
    Keith Ang'ana
    Curator
    • 💰 KES 150
    • 🏆 Cultural Experience
    • 🌟 Artsy
    • 🔊 Quiet
    • 📅 Wednesday
    • ⏰ Morning
    • 👪 Family Friendly
    • 🐾 Not Allowed
    • ♿ Friendly
    • 🦽 Fully Accessible
    • 🏳️‍🌈 Very Welcoming

    Reviewed:

    Great place for history buffs.

    Special Features:

    It has a museum where you can check out the history of African culture.

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