John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History
A modern museum opened in 2024, presenting Yoruba culture, religion and art through multimedia displays.
The centre is built on the site of the historic John Randle Swimming Pool, next to the National Museum. Its galleries are themed on Yoruba origin legends, Orisha belief, kingship, weaving, music and language, combining artifacts, interactive screens and immersive video. The design is modern and the labels are clear. It also has a restaurant, a shop and event spaces, making it one of the best introductory places to understand local Lagos culture. Closed on Mondays. Admission prices differ for local and foreign visitors.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun about 10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- National Museum Lagos
- Tafawa Balewa Square
- Freedom Park Lagos
- Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos
- Balogun Market
- Lagos Central Mosque
- Terra Kulture
- Tarkwa Bay Beach