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JANAM-People of the Lake
Bold. Colourful. Deeply rooted. JANAM by Marius Frank Ajuma, 14 July – 18 August 2025, Creativity Gallery, Nairobi National Museum Explore the daily life of […]
Read moreNotice To Suppliers/ Contractors/Consultants
NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS/ CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS Suppliers/Contractors/Consultants are required to self-register on the e-GP portal that is accessible through www.egpkenya.go.ke. In addition, they are requested to note […]
Read moreNairobi on a Budget: A Practical Guide and Itinerary for Culture, Art, and Reptile Adventures
By Lilian Mwenda Nairobi on a Budget: A Practical Guide and Itinerary for Culture, Art, and Reptile Adventures Nairobi is a treasure trove for culture, art, […]
Read moreCancer Palliative Garden: A Sanctuary of Hope and Healing
By Lilian Mwenda Cancer Palliative Garden: A Sanctuary of Hope and Healing There is no compelling reason why you don’t have cancer. Why any of us […]
Read moreCelebrating Kenya’s Eight UNESCO World Heritage Site
By Lilian Mwenda Celebrating Kenya’s Eight UNESCO World Heritage Site On July 27, 2024, Kenya achieved a historic milestone with the inscription of the Historic Town […]
Read moreTurkana Boy: Kenya’s Eternal Ambassador
By Lilian Mwenda. Working at the National Museums of Kenya has afforded me certain privileges, but nothing compares to stepping into the legendary strong room. This […]
Read moreCelebrating Gedi’s Unveiling and Turkana Boy’s Anniversary
The air buzzed with anticipation at the National Museums of Kenya headquarters. It was not just any day—it was a celebration of heritage, legacy, and an […]
Read moreNgomeni Shipwreck: Unearthing a 16th-Century Treasure
It’s not every day that you get to be part of something timeless, standing at the edge of history and peering into the depths of our […]
Read moreNMK Strategic Plan 2023-2027
The National Museums of Kenya (NMK) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Strategic Plan 2020-2023. This plan guided us in fulfilling our mission […]
Read moreSwahili Classes 2025
The Research Institute of Swahili Studies of Eastern Africa is a department of National Museums of Kenya Heritage Training Institute which offers Swahili classes at the […]
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