Phansi Museum, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
5.0 (69 reviews) Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Ranking #12 in Durban Speciality Museums
MUST DO: Learn about African culture and handicrafts
We had a guided tour and learned so much during our visit which was over 1 hr long. The owner has many interesting stories to tell so, so if he is around you are in luck. This is a place where you should take time to learn about African arts. Shame the museum shop was closed on that day as would have been happy to support the museum by buying souvenirs for friend and family.
Address
500 Esther Roberts Road Corner of Cedar Road and Esther Roberts, Glenwood, Durban 4001 South Africa
Mobile
Website
http://www.phansi.com
Working hours
Monday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday :
Current local date and time now
Monday, May 13, 2024, 6:54
User Ratings
5.0 based on (69 reviews)
Reviews
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5Cala084 5:00 PM Apr 22, 2014
Hidden gem found thanks to Tripadvisor
If you want a interesting and well visualized summary of the artifacts in the Zulu culture (and other particular neighbours as well) you got to go. Do call in advance and get a guided tour - it is as charming and knowledgable as you can hope for. Certainly recommend it! After the visit we went to the Afrcan Art center on Florida Rd and all the items sold there suddenly made sence.
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5Kim H 5:00 PM Nov 15, 2013
A hidden treasure
What an astonishing hidden treasure housed in a beautifully restored national monument. A must see for any African art and craft enthusiasts. The collection, tastefully curated and displayed, unfolds in a rich and seamless way from the basement and over 3 floors of Roberts House, a Victorian National Monument. Jam packed with everything from ear plugs, carved wooden head rests and walking sticks to glorious embroidery and traditional beadwork. The top floor houses a grand finale of life size puppets clothed in traditional beadwork and ceremonial outfits creating a wonderful snapshot of the different styles from regions all across Southern Africa. I was expecting an average collection with some hidden gems and was pleasantly surprised by an explosion of passion for African craft. Just superb.
