Livingstone Museum

Interesting museum! Entrance cost us $5 per person. Phots and videos are not allowed to be taken inside. Has interesting natural history section about the origins of various animals and a zoological section. More interesting though is the areas about local history and traditions, as well as about Zambia's recent colonial occupation back when it was known as Northern Rhodesia. I found it very insightful learning about the Zambian perspective of this as someone who comes from Europe. Finally, there is a section about David Livingstone that is interesting if you don't know much about him already.

Livingstone Museum is really the history museum of Zambia. The display started from when the earth continents were Pangaea to the most recent history. It is quite detailed. A must visit in Livingston.

Very detailed museum. There's so much to take in so give yourself some time. If you don't know alot then you will learn alot. The fee for Zambians was just K6. The person at the entrance was very friendly and told us the direction we should take. The museum artifacts ranged from primal time to modern time. Gave a vast history of what Zambians used and showed the development overtime. It also replicated Zambia's flora and fauna, likewise the animals that can be found. The live replicas of animals made it very interesting and relatable. Then it moved on to history and culture, from Zambia's independence an entire area for David Livingstone. It's the perfect place for a school trip or if you want to educate your kids in Zambian history for a low cost. Bathrooms were also available and clean. They are shops selling local art if you want to buy. Would recommend to check it out!

The museum was very nice and detailed, each room was unique and made you feel like you were stepping into history.

The Livingstone Museum, previously known as David Livingstone Memorial Museum, as well as Rhodes-Livingstone Museum, is considered as one of the oldest and also the largest museums that can be found in the Republic of Zambia. Located in the city of Livingstone, in the vicinity of the impressive Victoria Falls, the museum has an exhibition of artifacts which are related to local history and prehistory, including photographs, musical instruments, and possessions of the Scottish missionary and explorer, David Livingstone, after whom the city got its name.There is an open archaeological site next to the museum that showcases items from the early Stone Age to the present, astonishingly covering some 250,000 years. Established as a cultural institution in 1934, visitors can be witnesses of the actual tools, journals and maps which were used by Livingstone himself, making the museum certainly the best one in Zambia. As it is usual, this museum too is divided into sections that showcase the previously mentioned archaeology, history, ethnography, art and natural history artifacts, where for a small symbolic fee, people can visit it every day, except on Christmas and New Year’s Day, and learn a bit more about the longstanding history of Livingstone. Visiting the museum is a definite glimpse at Zambia’s history from 1550s to the present day, making it a perfect window into the country’s historical past and culture.Certainly one of the more interesting sections is the history gallery which traces the origins of the Bantu people, the era of British colonial rule and the period till Zambia achieved independence from the colonial rule. Nevertheless, the more eerie part is the special witchcraft exhibit that will definitely give every visitor the willies with its unique yet somewhat terrifying artifacts. All in all, an unequivocal piece of Zambia which should never be missed while visiting this beautiful country in the southern part of Africa, as it will give the necessary knowledge to everyone who would like to get to know a bit better this part of the world.

The Livingstone Museum offers a fascinating journey through Zambia’s rich history, culture, and natural heritage. From ancient artifacts to colonial exhibits, it’s an educational treasure trove. What truly elevates the experience is the guide, Nancy. Her passion, deep knowledge, and engaging storytelling bring every exhibit to life. She’s not only informative but incredibly warm and welcoming, making each tour memorable. Nancy’s talent for connecting with visitors truly makes her a standout an absolute gem of the Livingstone Museum.

The experience was good. Only that we didn't have an one to tour guide in the museum.

Nice place to spend an hour or 2. Impressing (cool) building. Interesting stone age stuff. For me most impressing the collection of witchcraft items from the past. Also good to learn about Zambian history. Interesting sidefact - the potion for men. Good news for all other men - we are all having the same fears. The gift shop is quite good and low fixed prices. See also the East-German motorbike of independence leader Kauna.