National Costume Museum, Grand-Bassam
Musée national du costume
Housed in a colonial governor's residence built in 1893, the museum showcases the traditional dress and masks of Côte d'Ivoire's ethnic groups.
The museum occupies the former governor's residence in the old town of Grand-Bassam. The colonial building, prefabricated in France and shipped out in 1893, is a highlight in its own right. The galleries display traditional costumes, headdresses, jewellery, masks and ritual objects from Côte d'Ivoire's many ethnic groups, along with models and old photographs of traditional villages and dwellings, helping visitors understand the cultural diversity of this multi-ethnic nation. Admission is low-cost. A visit takes about an hour, and it is often combined with a walking tour of the old town. Opening hours vary, so check on arrival.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Historic Town of Grand-Bassam
- Bingerville Botanical Garden
- Centre Artisanal de la Ville d'Abidjan (CAVA)
- Hôtel Ivoire
- Treichville Market
- Grand Mosque of Plateau
- Ébrié Lagoon Boat Ride
- Fondation Donwahi