National Museum of Colonial History

History of National Museum of Colonial History

National Museum of Colonial History was established in 1985.

So much has happened after Nigeria's colonial period that over time, life before colonization has become a mystery to all but a few. Luckily here in this museum, history has been preserved from the pre-colonization times to the beginning of the post-colonial era.

Security/Safety

This is a very safe location.

What To Bring

Before heading to National Museum of Colonial History, here are some helpful things to take along with you:

Things to do while at National Museum of Colonial History

Before heading to National Museum of Colonial History, here are some helpful things to take along with you:

Best Features

The museum is housed in the former Old Consulate Building of the then Eastern Central State, which was renovated and transformed to showcase the Nigeria of colonial era. A group of ethnographers were assembled with the focus on write-ups and collection of material culture on colonial matters intended towards setting up of the museum.

Writer's Review

The managers and curators of the museum has made a vuisit to the musuem pleasurable as the works and events are chronologically photographed and displayed so as you walk along your tour, you walk along history from one year to another. Allows for greater appreciation of our colonial history and easier research if need be.