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The rich history of South Africa brings with it diversity in language, culture, tradition and religion. On 24 September, we celebrate our diversity when we commemorate Heritage Day.
Media Statement by Iziko CEO
Pursuant to a restructuring exercise, the position of Director: Art Collections was abolished.
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RE: CLOSURE OF THE ETHNOGRAPHY HALL AT THE IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM
“Iziko Museums of South Africa (Iziko) will be closing the Ethnography Hall at the Iziko South African Museum as from 15 September 2017. The current exhibition on indigenous ways of life in southern Africa was installed in the Ethnography Hall between 1970 and 1978. It supplemented the famous Khoesan diorama, which was removed in 2001.
Youth Art Showcase Concludes
The Western Cape Education Department’s Art and Music Centre’s take centre stage in the finale of the exhibition showcase at the Iziko South African National Gallery Annexe. The show comprises of more than 200 art works by learners from nine different art and music schools.
The African Choir 1891 Re-Imagined
The African Choir 1891 Re-Imagined is a contemporary multimedia installation based on The African Choir’s first tour to Victorian England in 1891. The African Choir 1891 Re-Imagined was first shown at Autograph ABP, London in 2016 and is a collaboration between Autograph ABP and Tshisa Boys Productions.
Connecting the World Through Photography
Photographs connect the world. They tell stories in many languages when the spoken and written word is absent. Iziko Museums of South Africa is hosting a public discussion on the preservation of photographs, on 2 August at 13h00 at the Iziko South African National Gallery. The discussion will be led by international preservation expert, Professor Debra Norris.
Iziko Museums – time travel, space exploration and creative wonder
A world of discovery awaits you at Iziko Museums of South Africa this holiday! Spend quality time with your kids when you bring them to one of our museums where they will be able to see, discover and learn about the world we live in and beyond!
Statement by Iziko CEO on Equality Court Ruling
Iziko Museums of South Africa, firmly believe that freedom of speech is the foundation of our communities and our nation.
The Magic of Asian Theatre Puppets - Beauties, Heroes, Villains, Gods and Clowns
An exhibition of more than 100 unique examples of Asian puppetry is currently on show at the Iziko South African National Gallery. The dramatic exhibition can be appreciated by young and old this winter school holiday!
Iziko Planetarium Launches with a Bang!
After nearly a year of renovation and upgrades, the new Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome opened its doors to the public on 27 May 2017. It replaces the old Iziko Planetarium, an analogue facility that had been in use since the mid-1980s has been revamped to create a state-of-the-art digital facility.
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School’s Out at Iziko!
So you’re feeling trapped indoors because it’s still too cold to set foot outside, and the kids are nagging that they’re “SO BORED!”? Let Iziko Museums of South Africa help you keep them entertained during the school holidays!
Lionel Davis – Gathering Strands
A retrospective exhibition by artist, activist and former District Six resident, Lionel Davis, opened at the Iziko South African National Gallery on 21 June 2017 – coinciding with the artist’s 81st birthday. This is the first time a full collection of this prolific local artist’s work is on show.
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