Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

Owela Museum in Windhoek, Namibia.

Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

Are you wanting to find out a little bit more about Namibia's human history and tribal cultures before heading out on a tour of the country? Then the Owela Museum is your first point of call. For those traveling the country from Europe or the States it may seem a little quaint but this little museum is packed with information and interesting displays.

The Owela Museum is situated between Robert Mugabe Avenue and Luderitz Street in Windhoek and focuses on natural history as well as anthropology. The name Owela comes from a traditional African game, which depending where you are in Africa can be called by different names, and groups of people are often found sitting outside the museum playing the game on the large carved stone board. The museum shows extracts from Namibia's natural history and has interesting and educational displays of Africa s earliest inhabitants. The skills and understanding of these early humans never ceases to fascinate and the touch room is a great favourite with the younger visitors. Alternating exhibitions complement Owela's offerings.

One of the displays, The Nama display, features everything from a typical grass hut and tortoise-shell powder box to the story of the Nama people, while the San (Bushman) exhibit delves deeper into the history and exploitation of these people, and explores their identity and culture.

Entrance to Owela Museum is free but a donation towards an AIDS charity is much appreciated.

Accommodation Near Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

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Sleeps 4 in 2 units

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The Olive Exclusive All-Suite Hotel

Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Windhoek

1.1km from Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

The Olive Exclusive, an intimate boutique hotel in a tranquil corner of Windhoek embodies the very essence of chic comfort. The first ultra-luxurious sanctuary of its kind in the Namibian capital. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 8 in 3 units

^FromR 490

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Hartmann Suites

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Windhoek

1.6km from Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

Our five serviced, self catering apartments are perfectly located in the heart of Windhoek within walking distance to Windhoek's business and shopping precinct. Every apartment offers a fully equipped kitchenette, an elegant bathroom... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 14 in 2 units

^FromR 375

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Spinoza Self Catering Accommodation

Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Windhoek

4.6km from Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

Spinoza Self Catering Accommodation in Windhoek is ideal for business travelers, overnight stays and holidaymakers. Comprising two units, the accommodation is suitable for couples, a family or a large group of up to 16 Guests. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 39 in 14 units

^FromR 550

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Eden Self Catering Chalets

Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Windhoek

16.9km from Owela Museum - Windhoek, Namibia

At present our accommodation consists of five self-catering chalets plus three new separate rooms each with it's own shower, toilet and wash basin. The chalets have a lovely view of the awesome Auas mountain as well as a game camp populated with... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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