In The Gambia, museums play an important role in documenting the country’s rich cultural heritage, traditions and historical events. Institutions like the National Museum in Banjul preserve historical records and cultural objects while educating both locals and visitors about Gambian history and identity.

But some of the most interesting places to visit are often the smaller and community-run museums found in villages across the country. These museums are usually created and maintained by local families, artists or community groups who want to protect and share their heritage. They often display traditional tools, crafts, musical instruments, clothing and stories that reflect everyday life in Gambian communities.

Visiting these museums is a way to support local initiatives, help preserve traditions and contribute directly to communities that work hard to keep their heritage alive. Many of these places rely on visitors, small entrance fees and donations to continue their work.

For travellers, these museums offer something very special: a chance to learn about The Gambia directly from the people who live there.

Below you will find a list of museums across The Gambia, including their locations and contact details, to help you plan your visit and discover the cultural treasures of the country.

Museums in The Gambia, Locations and contacts.

1. 1. 1. 1. National Museum of The Gambia, Banjul 
            Key Features: Presents exhibits on the prehistory, culture and natural history of The Gambia, offering visitors an overview of the country’s heritage and development.
            Tel: +220 985 7654 or +220 702 9105

       

      1. 1. The Slavery Museum, Jufureh/Albreda
            Key Features: Documents the history of the transatlantic slave trade and highlights the connections between The Gambia and the African diaspora, including the legacy linked to the story of Roots.
            Tel: +220 717 8775

       

      1. 1. Jufure Village Museum, Jufureh
            Key Features: Houses artifacts, oral histories and other exhibits that illuminate the rich and complex tapestry of The Gambia's past.
            Tel: +220 773 4311

       

      1. 1. Kachically Crocodile Pool Museum, Bakau
            Key Features: The museum’s exhibits cover various themes, including traditional crafts, musical instruments, clothing, and historical documents that chronicle The Gambia’s past.
            Tel: +220 777 5621

       

      1. 1. Kerewan Samba Sira Village Museum, Kerewan Samba Sira, CRR South
            Key Features: The two traditional mud-house museums of life—one representing the Fulani, the other the Mandinka community—preserving the unique customs, artefacts, cotton history and knowledge of each group while creating new opportunities for locals and visitors alike.
            Tel: +220 344 2398 or +220 229 4492

       

      1. 1. Genierri Village Museum, Genierri Village LRR
            Key Features: Ethnographic museum with the history of the Soninke marabout wars of Foday Kaba Dumbuya.
            Tel: +220 706 0208

       

      1. 1. Tanji Village Museum, Tanji
            Key Features: Showcases ethnographic artifacts and natural exhibits that highlight the traditional lifestyle, culture and coastal environment of the Tanji community.
            Tel: +220 705 7045 / +220 992 6618

       

      1. 1. Kankurang Museum, Janjanbureh
            Key Features: Showcases the history and meaning of the Kankurang, displaying traditional masks, costumes and cultural elements linked to this important West African initiation tradition.
            Tel: +220 528 9822 / 393 1344 / 382 9438

       

      1. 1. Wassu Stone Circle Museum, Wassu
            Key Features: The Stone Age period and megalithic stones of the Senegambia region, with the unique tallest stone in Senegambia
            Tel: +220 374 5772
            

       

      1. 1. Kerr Batch Stone Circle Museum, Kerr Batch Village
            Key Features: The Stone Age period and megalithic stones of the Senegambia region, with the unique V-shaped stones.
            Tel: +220 701 2318

       

      1. 1. Kubuneh Cultural Museum, Kubuneh Village
            Key Features: Highlights Jola culture and artifacts, featuring traditional tools, household items, and exhibits that offer insight into the daily life and rich heritage of the Jola community in The Gambia.
            Tel: +220 333 7895

       

      1. 1. Tunbung Art Village Museum, Tujereng Village
            Key Features: Showcases the artistic works of Gambian artist Etu Ndow alongside a collection of cultural artifacts reflecting the traditions, history and everyday life of communities across The Gambia.
            Tel: +220 227 4867
            

       

      1. 1. Mama Africa Art Museum, Tanji
            Key Features: Founded by artist and collector Asia Fofana, the museum displays a rich collection of African masks, sculptures and cultural artifacts celebrating the artistic traditions and heritage of The Gambia and the wider African continent.
            Tel: +220 745 0730
            

       

      1. 1. Never Again Arch Museum, Banjul
            Key Features: The Arch 22 Museum in Banjul, which currently hosts an exhibit on ‘Marabouts and Jujus’ and a display on ‘Chieftaincy in The Gambia and also 22 years rule of Yahya Jammeh.
            Tel: +220 785 5406 / 589 2909

       

      1. 1. Fort Bullen Museum, Barra
            Key Features: Focuses on the history of Fort Bullen and its role in the 19th century, particularly in the suppression of the transatlantic slave trade along the River Gambia.
            Tel: +220 723 0311