Ussher Fort
A coastal fort begun by the Dutch in 1649, once a slave-trading post and prison, now a small museum.
Ussher Fort was begun by the Dutch West India Company and later passed to the British. It is part of the Forts and Castles of Ghana World Heritage Site. The fort retains dungeons where enslaved people were held. It later served as a prison, where leaders of the independence movement were once held. Today it has exhibits on the slave trade, and guided tours are available. It is next to James Town, and you can walk there together with the lighthouse. Opening hours often change, so check in advance.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Jamestown & Lighthouse
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- Makola Market
- Centre for National Culture
- National Theatre of Ghana
- Black Star Square
- National Museum of Ghana
- Osu Castle (Christiansborg)