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Museums in Durban |
Durban Museums
Addington Hospital Centenary Museum
It has a wide range of exhibits relating to medicine and nursing history. Open Thursdays only.
South Beach, Durban
(031) 327 2702
Bergtheil Museum
The 19th century farmhouse, a national monument, contains an interesting collection of photographs, documents and artefacts relating to the 1848 German settlers. Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am to 1:00pm, 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
16 Queens Avenue, off Kings Ave, Westville.
(031) 203 7107
Biology Collections
These are the teaching collections of the biology department.
University of Natal, Durban, King George the IV Avenue.
Opening Times: Mon-Fri: 8:00am to 4:00pm (031) 260 3192
Need to make an appointment.
Cato Manor Heritage Centre
Cato Manor was once the site of forced removals - it is now a site of multi million developments. This centre attempts to portray the fascinating history of the Cato Manor area. Corner Francois Road and Cato Manor
(031) 2618657
Coedmore Castle
Coedmore Castle is a gracious old family home built to resemble a castle, by daring Stainbank in 1885.
Telephone :(031)462 3005/469 8811
Durban Cultural Centre/ Durban Cultural & Documentation Centre
Documents the history of the Indian community. Includes information about indentured Indians and Gandhi in South Africa, and has displays of cultural artefacts, paintings, culinary art, traditional clothing and jewellery. Groups of 10 or more to call in advance. Opening hours Mon to Fri 17h30 - 16h00
Corner of Epsom Road and Derby Street, Durban.
(031) 309 7559
Durban Natural Science Museum/ Kwazuzukwazi Science Centre
Hosts a number of informative and educational displays of mammals, birds, reptiles and fish. The museum also has an Egyptian mummy. It will provide hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. There is also a coffee shop in the museum. Hours - Mon-Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm, Sundays & public holidays 11:00am -17:00pm.
1st Floor City Hall, Smith Street
(031) 3112242
Geology Display Centre, Und
The museum has rock, mineral and fossil items from South Africa
University Of Natal, Durban.
(031) 260 2524
Killie Campbell Museum
The William Campbell picture collection contains one of South Africa's finest collections of work by black South African artists such as Jabulani Ntuli, Gerard Benghu and Dsmt Mnguni. The collection also includes 250 paintings by Barbara Tyrell, depicting Zulu social life and customs. The museum is still furnished much as it was when the Campbell family was still there. Viewing by appointment only.
220 Marriot Road, Berea. Opening Times: Mon-Fri: 8:30am to 4:30pm. (031) 207 3432
Kwa Muhle Museum
Once the office of the notorious department of native affairs. Displays mainly show the oppressive administration of the black population of Durban during the twentieth century.
130 Ordnance road, Durban
Opening Times: Mon-Fri: 8:30am to 4:00pm, Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 11:00am to 4:00pm
(031) 3112223
Website: Kwa Muhle Museum
Maritime Museum
Built on a small tugboat, in Durban s small craft harbour. The museum has several old ships on display including a World War 11 minesweeper ( SAS Durban), a steam tug ( the I.R. Moore) and a pilot boat (the Ulundi). Hours:Mon - Sat 8: 30am- 4:00pm, Sun 11:00am - 4:oopm.
Maritime place at the bay end, of Aliwal Street , Victoria Embankment.
(031) 3112230
Old Court House Museum
The building was erected as a courthouse in 1866. Among its collections this museum has photos, artefacts and documents. It is a national monument.
This museum is situated on the corner of Aliwal Street and Smith Street, Durban.
Opening Times: Mon-Sat: 8:30am to 4:00pm, Sun & Public Holidays: 11:00am to 4:00pm
(031) 3112229
E-Mail: rooksano@crsu.durban.gov.za
Old House Museum
Replica of the original George Robinson home built in 1850. It belonged to George Robinson (early editor of the Mercury) and then to his son Sir John Robinson,First Prime Minister of Natal during the 1890's. It was reconstructed by the city council after World War Two. Opening Times: Mon-Sat: 8:30am to 4:00pm, Sun & Public Holidays: 11:00am to 4:00pm
31 St Andrew's Street, Central Durban
(031) 3112261
Phansi Museum
Viewing by appointment. Admission R30. Mon-Sat 10am- 4pm.
The Phansi Museum private collection of Southern African tribal artifacts is beautifully displayed in the basement rooms of Robert's house-a Victorian historical monument. To get there from the CBD - follow Sydney Road out of town for 1,9km. Turn right into Franks Road (directly after Timber City) go over Umbilo Road to Frere Road (0.6km) turn left and go up the hill (0.4km). At the top of the corner of Cedar Road is the rambling double storey-Roberts house.
(031) 2061591
Pinetown Museum
This is a multi cultural local history museum representing all cultures and covering 100 000 years of human development. Attractions include cultural artefacts, a model of a Zulu warrior and a collection of historical photographs. Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Mon- Fri, 9:00am - 12:00pm Sat.
Cnr Old Main Road and Crompton Street, Pinetown.
(031) 718 2740
Private Garden And Bead Museum
Merriwinkle estate in Kloof is the home of Peter Amm, architect, landscaper and collector. It has one of the most beautiful private gardens in Durban. Amm has converted a building on the property into a private bead museum with a superb collection of African beadwork and traditional artifacts. He is in the process of developing a private sculptured garden featuring the work of South African artists. Across the road is the gorge garden grove nursery. For a guided walk and private viewing phone Peter Amm.
Kloof
(031) 767 0361
Warriors' Gate Moth Museum
A rich collection of militaria is on view in this museum. South African involvement in the two world wars is the focus of the collection. Open Tuesday to Friday and Sunday 11am - 3pm. Saturday 10am-12noon. Closed Mondays and public holidays.
No 1 NMR Avenue, Durban
(031) 307 3337 |
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