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Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe
About Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe
One of the largest natural history museums in southern Africa, featuring extensive wildlife displays, geological exhibits, and ethnographic collections.
Southern Africa's Premier Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo is one of the finest museums on the continent. Its vast collections cover geology, entomology, ornithology, mammalogy, and human history, displayed across multiple halls in an imposing colonial-era building.
Galleries
- Mammal Hall — Life-sized mounted specimens of Zimbabwe's wildlife, including elephant, lion, buffalo, and the famous second-largest mounted elephant in the world
- Bird Gallery — Extensive collection of southern African birds
- Geology Hall — Minerals, fossils, and the geological story of Zimbabwe
- Insect Gallery — Butterflies, beetles, and other invertebrates
- Ethnographic Gallery — Ndebele and Shona cultural artefacts
- Mining Hall — The story of Zimbabwe's mining heritage
Visitor Information
- Location — Centenary Park, Leopold Takawira Avenue, Bulawayo
- Hours — Open daily 9am–5pm
- Admission — Very affordable
- Duration — Allow 2–3 hours for a complete visit
- Guided tours — Available on request
Amenities & Features
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