One of the major art museums in South Africa, the Tatham Art Gallery, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, KZN. The Gallery has a fascinating permanent art collection and exciting temporary art exhibitions on display.

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Since the 1990's, the Msunduzi Museum in Pietermaritzburg an agency of the National Department of Arts and Culture has been transformed from a historically single-themed museum to one that depicts the heritage of different cultural groups of KwaZulu-Natal. The museum was created in 1912 as a tribute to the Voortrekkers. Voortrekker history is the main focus in the Voortrekker Complex, i. e. the historic Church of the Vow, the Andries Pretorius House and the E. G. Jansen Extension. The Voortrekker Memorial Church and historic Church Hall were also recently acquired for the Museum by the National Department of Arts and Culture The Main building is home to a variety of cultural-history exhibitions which are also constantly being upgraded and expanded, like ' A Tapestry of Cultures' on the Mezzanine floor. Those interested in the history of the Struggle for Democracy, may find the Birth of Democracy Display on the ground floor informative...

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The Phansi Museum private collection of Southern African tribal artifacts is beautifully displayed in the basement rooms of Robert's house-a Victorian historical monument. To get there from the CBD - follow Sydney Road out of town for 1, 9km. Turn right into Franks Road (directly after Timber City) go over Umbilo Road to Frere Road (0. 6km) turn left and go up the hill (0. 4km) . At the top of the corner of Cedar Road is the rambling double storey-Roberts house.

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The 19th century farmhouse, a national monument, contains an interesting collection of photographs, documents and artifacts relating to the 1848 German settlers. Hours: Mon - Fri 8: 00am to 1: 00pm, 2: 00pm to 5: 00pm .

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A Holocaust museum with a gorgeous cafe offering breakfasts, lunches and delicious teas. Our opening hours are Monday - Thursday 8. 30 am - 4pm (kitchen closes at 3. 30pm) Sundays 9am - 4pm and Fridays 8. 30am - 2pm (kitchen closes at 1. 30pm) We are closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

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The building was erected as a courthouse in 1866. Among its collections this museum has photos, artifacts and documents. It is a national monument. This museum is situated on the corner of Aliwal Street and Smith Street, Durban. Opening Times: Mon-Sat: 8: 30am to 4: 00pm, Sun & Public Holidays: 11: 00am to 4: 00pm (031) 3112229

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The William Campbell picture collection contains one of South Africa's finest collections of work by black South African artists such as Jabulani Ntuli, Gerard Benghu and Dsmt Mnguni. The collection also includes 250 paintings by Barbara Tyrell, depicting Zulu social life and customs. The museum is still furnished much as it was when the Campbell family was still there. Viewing by appointment only.

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Merriwinkle estate in Kloof is the home of Peter Amm, architect, landscaper and collector. It has one of the most beautiful private gardens in Durban. Amm has converted a building on the property into a private bead museum with a superb collection of African beadwork and traditional artifacts. He is in the process of developing a private sculptured garden featuring the work of South African artists. Across the road is the gorge garden grove nursery. For a guided walk and private viewing phone Peter Amm.

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Cato Manor was once the site of forced removals - it is now a site of multi million development. This centre attempts to portray the fascinating history of the Cato Manor area.

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