commemorative programmes
 
Commemorative Days

Iziko is committed to making its museums accessible to all South Africans. Our museums are open free of charge to everyone on special days of the year.

The Rooster Collective. Photographer: Myer Taub

Iziko marks most commemorative public holidays with public programmes and activities. The 2009 commemorative programmes will focus on:

  • Human Rights Day – 21 March
  • Freedom Day – 27 April
  • Africa Day – 25 May
  • Youth Day – 16 June
  • National Women’s Day – 9 August
  • Heritage Day – 24 September
  • World Aids Day - 1 December

Freedom Day

In April 2009, Iziko Public Programmes will host its third Freedom Day public lecture.

International Museum Day

INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY 2009: MUSEUMS AND TOURISM
18 MAY 2009

Special commemorative events have been planned for the celebration of International Museum Day on 18 May 2009, under the theme 'Museums and Tourism'.

Details of these events at the Iziko South African Museum, Iziko Slave Lodge and Iziko South African National Gallery will be made available nearer the time on our website.

Youth Month

In the month of June, Education and Public programmes will celebrate Youth Month with young citizens of our country and members of the public.

Enquiries

Wandile Kasibe: Tel. 021 481 3804, email wkasibe@iziko.org.za or publicprogs@iziko.org.za

Past Programmes

Links to past programmes can be found on the Past Programmes page.
   
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