Kampala Art Scene: Discover Post-Colonial and Burgeoning Local Artists
Kampala
Immerse yourself in Kampala's vibrant art scene on this tour of galleries, studios, and the National Museum. Engage with local artists and enjoy a traditional Ugandan lunch.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Margaret Trowell School of Industrial & Fine Arts - Makerere University - The oldest and most celebrated Art School in East Africa and constituent college of Uganda’s most renowned University - Makerere University. A briefing on the history of post-colonial industrial and fine arts in Uganda from a member of the teaching staff. Visit to the displays and workshops at the school.
- Muyenga - Visit to the workshop and display room of a local fashion artist in Kampala. See examples of her work, hear her story and more on the local Kampala fashion scene
- Bagala Craft - Local collective of painters, weavers and local crafts men. Visit their workshops and learn about the independent art and craft scene in Kampala. Also a a chance to buy some souvenirs
- King Kafunda - Lunch break: Try some of Uganda’s traditional cuisine
- Uganda Museum - Uganda’s museum of ethnological, natural-historical and traditional life collections of Uganda’s cultural heritage
- Asante Art Gallery - Visit to a mainstream Kampala Art Gallery
What's Included
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop off within Kampala, Entebbe, and surrounding areas
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Artists will have work and souvenirs available for guests to buy
Additional Information
Discover Kampala’s post-colonial and burgeoning art scene with this tour of main-stream and independent art galleries, a fashion studio, local artists collective workshop and the National Museum. The day-tour allows guests to not only view art but to observe the artist at work in their studios and to engage with the artists and hear their stories. The experience also includes lunch at a traditional Ugandan restaurant.
Location
Margaret Trowell School of Industrial & Fine Arts - Makerere University
Constable Close
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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