The 5 Best Art Museums in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

December 7, 2021 Velvet Champine

KwaZulu-Natal (/kwɑːˌzuːluː nəˈtɑːl/; also referred to as KZN and known as "the garden province") is a province of South Africa that was created in 1994 when the Zulu bantustan of KwaZulu ("Place of the Zulu" in Zulu) and Natal Province were merged. It is located in the southeast of the country, enjoying a long shoreline beside the Indian Ocean and sharing borders with three other provinces and the countries of Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho. Its capital is Pietermaritzburg and its largest city is Durban. It is the 2nd most populous province in South Africa, with slightly fewer residents than Gauteng.
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Cnr Commercial Rd/Church Street Opposite City Hall, Pietermaritzburg 3201 South Africa +27 33 392 2801 [email protected] http://www.tatham.org.za
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Tatham Art Gallery

The Tatham Art Gallery is one of the major art museums in South Africa. This art museum is funded by the Msunduzi Municipality and belongs to the residents of Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal. The Tatham Art Gallery serves the Msunduzi region through the Visual Arts. A major function of the Tatham Art Gallery, established in 1903, is to display art. This is accomplished through the hosting of a range of art exhibitions. These include travelling and researched exhibitions as well as exhibitions initiated by the Gallery, and based on art works in the permanent collection.

Reviewed By vasigie - Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

When you enter the building, there's a warm welcoming atmosphere. The works of art are extremely beautiful and amazing. The sculptures are well made and makes you realize how well crafted they are. There is a coffee shop where you can sit and enjoy a meal, while taking a break. There's lots to see. You will truly enjoy your visit, just as I did. I've been to the Gallery about 4 times already.

2. Fort Nongqayi Museum Village

7 Nongqai Road, Eshowe 3815 South Africa +27 35 474 2281 http://eshowemuseums.org.za/
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Fort Nongqayi Museum Village

Reviewed By Mobile35942195053 - Bristol, United Kingdom

We headed here, directly from arriving in Durban on an early Sunday morning. Interesting small town, breakfast was taken at the local new mall(safe to park) and then we drove to the fort. Very friendly welcome which then turned into a personal tour of the museum, chapel and fort, thank you. So much historic information here, the Norwegian influence, the Zulu chieftain's and of course the relationship between the British and Zulu homeland. An excellent craft/culture centre of which the lady provided so much very interesting culture with passion, a true delight. Toilet facilities, good cafe/shop and a save heaven to explore. Very friendly and helpful staff. Well worth the small fee.

City Hall, Smith Street, Durban South Africa +27 74 646 3978
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African pottery and other crafts are on display at this museum, among the first to consider such items as art.

4. Empangeni Arts and Cultural History Museum

Turnball Street, Empangeni 3880 South Africa +27 35 901 1617 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/kwazulunatal/empangeni-museum/

5. Margate Art Museum

Dan Pienaar Avenue, Margate 4275 South Africa +27 39 312 8392 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/kwazulunatal/margate-art-museum/

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