Lamu Museum
A museum in a former 19th-century British colonial residence on the seafront, showing Swahili culture, carved wooden doors and ivory horns.
Located on the seafront promenade, the building was once a British colonial official's residence in the 19th century, and it is Kenya's second-oldest museum. Its collection includes the giant ceremonial horns 'Siwa' from Pate and Lamu, Swahili wedding customs, dhow models and carved wooden doors. It is a good place to build background knowledge before exploring the old town. Entry for foreign adults is about KSh 500, and a National Museums multi-site ticket is available.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Lamu Donkey Sanctuary
- Lamu Fort
- Lamu Old Town
- German Post Office Museum
- Lamu Seafront
- Lamu Dhow Sunset Sail
- Riyadha Mosque
- Swahili House Museum