Red Terror Martyrs' Memorial Museum የቀይ ሽብር መታሰቢያ ሙዚየም

Free entry, so why not go. It’s a small museum which has painful stories. Can be little scary because you’ll see reall human body remains. I recommend to go while visiting the square, It doesn’t take time to see everything and they are only relaying on donation.

This is a very important museum that highlights a very sad part in the Ethiopian history. Most doesn’t know much what happened behind the iron curtain, even less when it comes to the African curtain. Ethiopia is still suffering from the Derg years, dark times and lots of human tragedies. The museum covers what led up to the revolution, how Menge took power and the red terror that followed. It gives you the basics but I suggest you do some reading before you come here since the museum far from covers the lot. I wouldn’t call this museum complete; it is very small with not that many exhibitions but it does give a somehow ok insight. Reason for only three stars, the building which was built by one of the best contractors is in badly need of maintenance, at least the statue outside, the sign of it is hardly readable, shame really. There´s also a broken minibus parked in the museum for no reason (lack of funding they said). No entrance fee but a donation is highly expected, also the guide will try to shake some extras and promoting himself as a tour guide for you to buy his services. I know salaries have lots to ask for but expected some more professionalism. The museum offers some basic printed books which are very interesting. More resources should be put into this place since its an important part of Ethiopian history, museum it’s not very old either but continuing in this direction it will be a shackle within some years which is sad, worth a visit, definitely, honour those that are not with us anymore. Long live the Empire.

Not for everyone. The purpose of the museum seems to be focussed more on shock and horror rather than sharing a historical perspective. Many photos of torture, death, starvation and the like. There is a very nice English speaking guide available for those who dare to enter. Ticket price is by donation. Plan for approx 30mins.

I only gave 5 stars because of the importance of this place. It’s not Gouvernement financed and is in a bad shape. Relying solely on donations this place is in dire need of it. I met a guide who explains one everything about those dark times in Ethiopia and the struggle and poverty of the Ethiopian 🇪🇹 poeple. Please support.

Very interesting museum about an unfortunate time in history. It would be nice to see a consistent upkeep of this place. I went to visit in December of 2022. The entrance had no glass/windows, no lights on the inside, & someone on the outside asking for money to be my guide. I turned the guy down and went inside on my own.

The Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum is a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by those under oppressive regimes. The exhibits document the impact of the Red Terror in Ethiopia and provide a sobering look at the unconscionable acts of violence and injustice inflicted upon citizens of Ethiopia. The museum is incredibly poignant and serves as a platform to deliver an important message: those who have suffered under a violent government have a voice and it must be heard. Additionally, it is free to enter, making it an accessible place to learn and remember. Apart from the physical museum, there is much to be learned from discussions with locals. It is important to gain insight from those who lived through the Red Terror and can provide multiple perspectives on the political situation at the time. It is equally as important to speak to the younger generations and understand their views of life today in comparison. The museum, plus conversations with those affected, offer a deeper understanding of the past and the present.

Free entrance, Its good to k that about yesterday to predict our tomorrow, its one of the darkest periods of our country, Sadly its still happening twin brothers killing each other. Its sad knowing that there will be another museum in the next decades like this. Good place to visit

It’s a small, simple museum. It’s more of a memorial than a museum. It has problems with illumination and the content is grim. But there are some quality documentary artifacts and a some simple highlights. It take less than 20 minutes. The staff are kind and the entry is free. Narration, background or explanation would be helpful to better contextualise the space.