Mapungubwe Museum
Museum type :
ARCHAEOLOGICAL

Established in :
13th Century

Holidays :
Sun & Monday

Visiting Hours :
Tuesday to Friday 10:00-16:00

Contact No :
+ 27 12 420 3146

Location :
Mapungubwe,Cape town , South Africa

Display Objects :

The museum houses Gold ornaments, ivory, bone, ceramic-ware, clay figurines, trade beads, iron and copper artifacts which are on permanent public display.




Description :

Mapungubwe Museum is located on the Limpopo River in South Africa, near the border with Botswana and Zimbabwe. It is a museum dedicated to the archaeological research of the Mapungubwe cultural heritage site which was located on the banks of the Limpopo. The museum was opened in 2005 and is managed by the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA).

The museum is home to a variety of artifacts from the Mapungubwe era, including pottery, beads, metal tools and jewelry, stone tools, and human remains. Visitors to the museum can explore the history of the Mapungubwe people and the archaeological site, which dates back to the period between 900 and 1400 AD. There are also interactive displays and activities, as well as an audio-visual presentation of the archaeological research.

Visitors can also learn about the cultural and social traditions of the Mapungubwe people and the archaeological discoveries which have been made at the site. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and activities, such as workshops and seminars, educational tours, and lectures. There are also educational resources available, such as books, magazines, and multimedia, which are available for purchase at the museum shop.