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National Museum Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Nigeria's foremost museum houses archaeological and ethnographic collections spanning the country's history, including Nok terracottas, Benin bronzes, and the recovered regalia of assassinated head of state Murtala Mohammed.

Know before you go

  • The museum craft village next door sells authentic Nigerian art and souvenirs at fair prices.
  • Photography inside the galleries may require a separate permit or fee — ask at the entrance.
  • Pair the visit with nearby Freedom Park and the Onikan area for a full day on Lagos Island.

Pairs well with

Tarkwa Bay Beach
3 mi away
Nike Art Gallery
5 mi away
Lekki Conservation Centre
11 mi away

Frequently asked questions

Where is National Museum Lagos?

National Museum Lagos is in Lagos, Nigeria.

What is National Museum Lagos known for?

Nigeria's foremost museum houses archaeological and ethnographic collections spanning the country's history, including Nok terracottas, Benin bronzes, and the recovered regalia of assassinated head of state Murtala Mohammed.

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