Beautiful set up, located at the centre of the infamous Ring road, the museum comprises the gallery, administrative offices, departmental offices, library, kitchen, and various symbolic monuments.The Museum Gallery is the pride of this establishment, as it is well organized. The Gallery is a circular two storey building, that has majorly the Benin art displayed on the ground floor, Royal Court photography on the first floor, and unity in diversity artifacts on the second floor

First I am very disappointed that cameras are not allowed inside the gallery to enable me document my visit. I also think that they need to employ qualified curators and guides. The gallery needs to be more airy. The gallery is rich in Benin Kingdom artifacts ranging from the bronze and terracotta works, military and defensive artefacts, gods and goddesses, shrines, agricultural artefacts, the stools and staff of the past Obas and other relics, etc. The also spot gods and goddesses from other parts of Nigeria. There are also on display the gifts between the Kingdom and the earliest Portuguese to visit the Kingdom. Its a good place to connect with the past.

You cant go there for fun anymore. The place is becoming delapedated

Fun place but better with someone who knows Benin history500 naira per person

Nice place but not well lighted

It a nice place to spot beautiful things..

I love the place because ancient Artworks are kept there.

A nice place to learn about the Benin and Edo culture.

This museum provides you information on the Benin the Kingdom and the traditions and belief system of the benin people. It features different galleries and exibitions.The first exibition is the Oba Akenzua II Gallery, the second exbition is Chief S.O Alonges works : The Photographer to the Royal Cout of Benin and the 3rd exibition focuses on Unity in diversityOne of the interesting aspects for me was learning about the holy aruosa church benin and that is still stands till date. The entrance fee for the museum is 500 naira per person and they also have a museum brouchure for 500 Nairia.unfortunately like in most museums I have been to so far your arent allowed to take pictures inside

The Benin National Museum is located at King’s Square in the center of the Ring Road, making it quite a traffic hazard to try to walk to the museum entrance.The National Museum Benin City was opened in 1973. Currently, they are working to upgrade the building and redo the exhibits. As part of this effort NMAfA is planning to send Alonge exhibit components to the museum.NATIONAL Museum of Benin City started from the Oba of Benin Palace in 1940’s but the edifice we see today was officially opened to the public on August 10, 1973. The Museum contains priceless objects – of antiquities from Benin Kingdom and other parts of the country.The first known Benin Museum started in the Oba’s Palace. Benin Traditional art was becoming famous and to preserve it, the Oba decided to assemble the artifacts under the custodian of Chief Jacob Eghareba within the palace in the Royal House- of Iwebo.As time went on, people developed more interest in these treasures. There was pressure mounted for these objects to be made public. This collection was relocated to one room in the old tax office Ring Road in Benin.This was later moved to the Benin Divisional Council because of space and through the efforts of one Mr. K.C Murray-a surveyor of antiquities and art teacherIn. 1960, the Federal Department now National Commission for Museums and Monuments took over the custodian of the artifacts. The National Commission for museums and monuments was established under Decree 77 of 1979. Since then, Museum has been growing.The edifices that house the artifacts today, was built during Samuel Ogbemudia regime as the two derma Military Government of Bendel State. This house with the exhibits therein was officially open to the general public in August 1973 with the ground and first floor galleries. While the second or unit gallery - was opened to the public in August 1996 through the efforts of Dr. O.J Eboreime as the Curator then.Truly ancient, historical, beautiful, easily accessible & a must for all visitors, especially first time visitors. The park tells the ancient story of the ancient city of Benin. The Chief Custodian of the Culture and Tradition of the Binis.. HRM Ómó NÓba NÈdo Uku Akpólókpóló Óba Éwuare II , The God-King 👑 #benincity . Seeing some cultural artifacts and historical pieces a a must here! . The views around the museum interior are lovely. Seeing art and craft,hundreds and even a thousand years old was a humbling experience. do not leave benin without visiting. the place could use some face-lift but all in all,worth it. is a museum maintained by a state. In many countries it denotes a museum run by the central government, and often is restricted to a few museums, mostly in the capital, while other museums are run by regional or local government, or foundations. In other countries a much larger number of museums are run by the central government, some quite small. Some national museums use the term in their name, but others do not; some museums just adopt the term as a matter of branding.So come one come all ,to the great Benin kingdom to experience the treat.

Beautiful history wrapped in ancient antiquity

I believe is fine but I didnt go there

The artwork are superb, I love the bronze coloring which makes those artwork unique. It exposes tourist to know more about Benin kingdom heritages.

It is at ring road Benin City. The place is a shadow of itself due to neglect by the authorities in charge of maintaining it.

It had good historical artifacts.

Notin to offer jare

Here youd find history about the great Benin kingdom

Good arts and understandable descriptions

Good place to visit for vacation

The typical Bini family shrine gave me some chills but still beautiful

He has an experience nice job

Cool serene environment. History and beautiful bronze works.

Over 3,000 collections of photographs and images found in the royal court of the Benin king’s Palace were on exhibition yesterday, at the National Museum in Benin, Edo State.The exhibited photographs were taken by Chief Solomon Alonge, photographer to the royal court of Benin over 50 years ago.The exhibition was organised by the United States Diplomatic Mission and the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art based in the United States.It followed a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the National Commission for Museum and Monuments and Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Arts of the United States which has the collections.A Speaking shortly before the commencement of the exhibition, United States of America Consul-General to Nigeria, F. John Bray, said Art, including photographs, represent freedom of expression in his country’s democracy, adding that the Smithsonian’s National Museum and National Museum of Benin have been working for many years to carry out the exhibition.Commending the two National Museums and the Edo State Government for their support, Bray said the exhibition was significant because it was the first time in the history, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art, Washington DC was holding an exhibition in Africa.He said: “I think we are delighted because this first exhibition in Africa is not only in Nigeria, it’s here in Benin City. So, this exhibition of Benin National Museum will go a long way in preserving the essential history of Benin people and exhibition of its leaders. The cultural heritage was a reminder of the contribution and experiences of the people.“The US Government seeks to show its respect for culture by assisting efforts to preserve cultural heritage around the world, including Nigeria.In his speech, Director-General of National Commission for museums and Monuments, Dr. Yusuf Usman, said the Commission had series of collaboration with museums around the world, stressing that “what makes this exhibition significant is that it comes with materials that have been taken out of Nigeria.“The Alonge archival materials left the country many years back and now we have a replica. We have replica and we are going to use this to tell the story of not just the Royal Court of Benin but also Benin City in the 19th century, to help us to understand where we are as a people, where we have been as a people,” said Usman.Responding to a question on Benin stolen art works in foreign countries, a Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum, Johnnetta Cole said it was incredibly important in their museum to honour where each and every object has come from.Cole added: “We have two figures and went to the government of Mali saying we were prepared to send them back. They told us they know where they are and proud that it is in the National Museum of African Art. If every work of African Art is returned to Africa, how will the rest of the world know of your arts, know of your culture, know of your history.

It was Fantabulous....I really loved d view of what I saw Today...Marvelous

Rich history in one place...the Gallery is awesome

Amazing Experience for a government owned musuem! The curators were enthusiastic and knowlegeable. Facility was clean and well lit. There was a good collection of historical items and artifacts telling the story of bini culture, heritage and long standing traditions. Its 3 floors of photos, sculptures and monuments showcasing the rich history of the Edo people. Located right at the ever busy ring road in Benin City

An art gallery located in Ringroad Benin city.. For display of art works; of the begin Kingdom amongst others.

Beautiful detailed art pieces

They should renovate that place abeg..(2021)

Its alright. A nice place to learn something about Benin culture

It was nice but the attendants are not professional and there was no tour guide during my visit. It was a weekend so they have no excuses. It was exceptional for me because I got to see a dance group rehearsing for a performance which was not part of the museum package. The trip to the museum is worth it but you may have to do a lot of reading so going in an organized group is not advised and pictures / videos are not allowed. I will like to encourage them to include some sound effects and other effects to make it lively.Have fun!

What kind of museum doesnt open on a weekend?

An awesome place to be

Located at the City centre, The Museum is one of the best in Nigeria, showcasing the rich history of the Benin people. The tour guide was very detailed, altogether it was a wonderful experience.We arent allowed to take photos in the museum.

Its a fin museum that house several artifacts and sculpture of the great benin Empire.

Best place for Benin history a must for anyone visiting this city

Artifacts and historyThis is the go to place

Fun and educative

Its a nice place to be, they should keep it up

Lacks a lot of fun stuffs.

Very Rich in history.

Good work with the upgrade done in the museum, I found the section dedicated to S.O Alonge, very appealing as a #photographer. #Johnalive #StoryMaker

Its a wonderful place.Ill post photos next time

Unkept

This place houses the remains of the crafts from the Ancient Benin Kingdom. It presents a very exciting experience with beautiful arts. Tour guides are very helpful here and entry fee is very cheap. There is a very spacious car park here. This is a good place for family excursions.

Beautiful place

Have not gone inside the main museum though but the buildings n surrounding are so nice , clean and its big too. Can be used as event centre. So much love to go there to have fun always

The Benin museum, quite a lovely place with beautiful artifacts. The environment is also lovely. Ideal place for picnic and excursions.

The coronation of the sitting Oba of Benin held at Ring Road. While dignitaries like other Royal Fathers were hosted at the royal hall, observers like I and my students could access the National Museum with a pass card.The event was indeed a beautiful demonstration of the Benin culture.The national museum is definitely some place you should visit when you get the chance to.You can ask for a cab or taxi to drop you at Ring Road, then ask people nearby for specific directions to the place.

The best museum Ive been to in Nigeria so far. Clean, well lighted and ventilated and with sufficient staffing. The artefacts and photos are amazing and well preserved. Their history is captivating. Entrance fees are N500 for Nigerians, and N1,000 for non Nigerians as at December 2018. I totally recommend this as a must visit for the historical curious individual and tourists.

I have visited this museum a couple of times in fact we recently held a press conference there with a team of Russian road travellers. This the best museum in Nigeria as far as I am concerned. They have found a way to raise funds through the friends of the museum to sustain and maintain the facility. This raise a good question about how is the museum is being funded.

It has nice historical artifacts

Its nice, but no pictures were allowed to be taken. And the Curator was too fast in interpretation of heritage materials and the rest

Great

It was accessible, and the people there were welcoming.

This place preserves the history and culture of the people.It reminds me of the bravery and artistic nature of our forefathers.It is a good place to visit in other to get acquitted with the life and times of nationalist, and great men and women of our land.

Its really fun to be there, all the stuffs I read about i saw them with my eyes😘

This is definitely one of the most well maintained museums in Nigeria. The tour guide was very professional and vast in Benin history. The artifacts are also so beautiful, detailed and well preserved. Kudos to Edo state government.

History beautiful ancient.The Benin Coquerel is BACK. The sculpture of the man in wood Id SCARY he looks like he will come alive. Two HUGE trees with bats Outside ❤❤❤

Much more organised than before. It is a self guided tour round the facility; three stories high. Fully Air conditioned and so the tour was nice. Entry fee is N500 per head

Great place to learn a lot about the bini empire. Apart from the museum itself, there are a few places to hang out at and the museum premises is located in the center of the ancient city. The premises sits on a vast area if land that allows you to walk around and it is friendly however, it needs the attention of the government as it lacks maintenance.

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This is indeed a place full of history. You will never miss any part of Benin history.While at the Museum, I was treated with the rich cultural history of the Benin kingdom and how the place has evolved from when the Portuguese first came to visit and when they decided to stay and tracing the history to when the British came to take away their artefacts as a result for payment in their involvement in the war.I was told how the then Benin King built a Mot round Benin preventing outside invaders from coming to attack the kingdom that is gradually finding its foot after several wars.This place still maintains the ancient landmark of the Benin Kingdom.

The place is perfect and the program, great, organization could be better next time.

Easily accessible as its location is the centre of the city. Good road network from places like the western states of Lagos, Ogun, Indian, the southern Delta State, and the North. A beautiful waterfall with standby camera men particularly in weekends add to the fun and memory creation. As you unwind, eyes can from within the premises see cars and pedestrians along the ever busy ring road area of the ancient city of Benin.

The opening time is whenever they want, I arrived at 8.05 and was told to come back in 10 minutes by the staff who were sitting outside chatting. The question is what was I suppose to do in those 10 minutes with nowhere to sit and nowhere to even walk to without having to cross the hazardous roundabout. Upon returning a while later the mood of the staff had not improved and was impolitely and rudely told foreigners pay 1000 NIRA while locals pay 500. Fair enough but the attitude of the staff and (no doubt due to a power failure) lack of lighting inside led me to walk away ... Again. The external area is run down and truly a sad reflection of the general malaise about African history!

Its a nice place

Quite some remarkable treasures here.. Teaches good history.

Ancient and awesome, tourist attraction ,a perfect place to hang out with a camera

Though it needs to be updated with state of the art tour guide and recreational activities, the place is still worth visiting.

Firstly this place is located in the centre of Benin City and its very close to the obas palace, precisely 10 minutes walk from the museum. Secondly I personally like the way the museum was built once you enter it oval inside, and its full with artifacts. Its not something I can tell you just go and see for yourself.

Historic place. A great place for family and friends.

Heart of Benin city, it faces the oba palace, house of assembly and cbn and you can relax and enjoy the view of Benin cars as they move about

Been in Benin city for a long time and this is a great place to see real art and history

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Its a very historic place with rich history of Benin in pictures, bronze cast and wood carves

The place was fantastic

Nice place to be.

Our arts, culture and history of the state and the nation preserved

Its at the center of Benin City. Close to Oba of Benin Palace. Its spacious Bar, the gallery houses the Great Bini Kingdom relics. Beautiful serene. Quite place to relax.

They have got thrilling stories and I love the scenery too.

This is the most people-unfriendly-museum Ive ever been to. Situated in the center of Benin City, but surrounded by a Ring Road, with fast-moving traffic. Theres need for a pedestrian bridge to link the museum with the outside world, if its object is to be realized.

Nice museum, unfortunately foreigners pay double price and you are not allowed to take pictures

Museum is great. The surrounding is a mess. Bats everywhere in the trees. The waterfall decorating the arena is now an abode to Algae and various specie of insects

The National Museum in Benin City is an amazing place to visit especially for art and history lovers.

National Museum of Benin is strategic in location, particularly at the heart of Benin city at the center of the ring road. Is a very popular place in the city known by all and is accessible from any part of the town.

Undergoing renovation when I visited, a huge mess, the potential it holds sure is huge if only it Can be taken advantage of.A tourist location, with proper funding and commitment it can be a source of IGR for the state.

Very monumental, full of historical arts. Its a place to be 😁

We had great experience. Mr. Omokua and his staff went extra mile to make the esprience for my family. Highly recommend it.

The best place to Relax to enjoy your self

As a student of University of Benin, I and my friends took time out to visit the Benin Museum. I encourage all UniBen students to do same. Its nice to always learn new things and know history well!

A wonderful place to be

Fun filled

Tells the story of the ancient Benin Kingdom. historical. educative. informative.

It a nice place for fun

There is so much to explore in the museum,It house a rich history Edo State ... It can help u travel as far back as 1000 years in history... Though photography is not allowed, you will not regret your visit

Used to be great in years past, still a good place for some old Benin art, though under renovation

Has a great outdoor bar for relaxation and hanging out with friends

AC was off, windows closed, most lights off. Got a free sauna. So much of their history had been lost. Still worth the 1000N. Looks like they get very few visitors per day.

It helps me to know the cultural value of Bini kingdom