Nhabe Museum Opens Its Doors to Celebrate Maun’s Cultural Heritage

Nhabe Museum Opens Its Doors to Celebrate Maun’s Cultural Heritage. Nhabe Museum in Maun is reaffirming its place as one of Ngamiland’s most valued cultural institutions, offering visitors and entrepreneurs a unique space to engage with the region’s history, creativity and community initiatives. Located in a historic 1939 building in New Town Ward, the museum continues to draw interest for its authentic representation of the Okavango Delta’s cultural and artistic heritage.

The museum’s exhibitions highlight locally produced art, photography, poetry and traditional displays that reflect the identity of Maun and its surrounding communities. Each room showcases work rooted in the region’s cultural memory, giving both residents and tourists a meaningful way to connect with Ngamiland’s past and present.

A key attraction within the museum is the Bailey Arts Centre, where local artists create and sell their work on-site. This space has become especially important for small creative businesses, offering artisans opportunities to earn income, grow their craft and access a steady flow of visitors interested in authentic Botswana-made products. For entrepreneurs in Maun, the centre remains a vital example of how cultural institutions can stimulate local economic activity.

Visitors can also explore the museum’s gift shop and plant nursery, both of which feature items produced within the community. These outlets support local suppliers while offering visitors distinctive pieces that reflect Botswana’s creative landscape.

Nhabe Museum continues to position itself as more than just a heritage site. It plays an active role in community upliftment through its focus on cultural preservation, education and collaboration with local creatives. For Botswana’s business community, particularly those in tourism, retail, and the arts, the museum stands as a reminder of the economic value that cultural spaces bring to regional development.

Nhabe Museum welcomes guests from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 17:00, at Plot 35273, Sir Seretse Khama Street, Maun.