MUSEUM IN NIGERIA: Top (5) Five Must-Visit Museums in Nigeria.

If you want to enjoy your stay in Nigeria? You must Visit some of
Nigeria's world-class museums and discover the ancient wonders and
artefacts. Nigeria is filled with history, art and culture and the
best place to experience them is in these museums. You can visit into
any of these museums for a quick burst of culture and entertainment.

These are the (5) five must-see museums in Nigeria:

1. Nigerian National Museum, Lagos

Founded in 1957, the Nigerian National Museum has a remarkable
collection of Nigerian arts, cultures, archeological and ethnographic
exhibits. There you will find pieces of carvings, historical statues
and monuments. The museum is located in Onikan, Lagos. The museum is a
must-see and even if you have already been there, it definitely worth
a second visit.

2. Jos Museum

Jos Museum was founded in 1952 and it is situated near the Jos Zoo in
the heart of the city. If you want to learn more about the
prehistoric culture of Nigeria, you need to visit Jos Museum. The
museum offers collections such as Nok terracotta heads – sculptures
dating as far back as 500 B. C. You will also find a collection of
finely crafted pottery in the Pottery Hall inside the museum. Other
collections displayed are mining exhibitions of the olden days. The
unique exhibits in the museum will definitely add to your vacation
experience and leave you enchanted.

3. National War Museum, Umuahia

Nominated among the seven wonders for tourists in Nigeria, the
National War Museum is an great tourist attraction located in Umuahia,
Abia State. The museum comprises of the Armed Forces gallery, the
civil war gallery and the traditional warfare gallery. There you will
find Ojukwu Bunker, Nigeria civil war weapons, materials related to
Niger Delta conflicts, Aba Women Riot and Enugu Coal Miner Riots, and
other relics such as local bombs also known as Ogbungwe. The War
Museum is a dingy reminder of the evils of war. Visit the War Museum
and re-experience the dark days of Civil War through observation. You
will discover the impact of war and conflicts on Nigeria's history and
reputation in this museum.

4. National Museum, Benin City

This museum is located in the heart of the city, around the King's
square. Founded in 1973, The National Museum in Benin has a notable
collection of intrinsic artworks such as bronze sculptures,
terracotta, cast iron pieces that represents stones of the Old Benin
Empire. The museum exhibits great Benin artworks that reveal the
history and culture of Benin. You'll leave the Benin Museum with a
great understanding of the Benin Culture and history of Benin
Kingship.

5. National Museum, Kaduna

Located in Kaduna, the National Museum offers collection of many
archaeological and ethnographic artefacts such as terracotta
statuettes and Benin bronzes. You will also find a traditional craft
village located within the Museum premises, where you will see
creative art crafts and even watch craftsmen at work. You will
definitely enjoy this ever-changing craft exhibition that will leave
you inspired and give you creativity zeal.

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