Old Court House Museum

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Cnr Samora Machel St & Anton Lembede Street
Durban Central
Durban
South Africa

(031) 311-2229

Cnr Samora Machel St & Anton Lembede Street, Durban Central, Durban, South Africa
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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  • ST

    Saskia T
    18 FEB 2018

    This museum is very interesting and informative on the history of apartheid. It opened my eyes to many things I didn't understand.

  • GG

    GordonW318
    1 JAN 2018

    This museum gives an insight into the colonial era and on show are many crafts and costumes illustrating Durban's many cultures.

  • RP

    Russ P
    6 SEP 2017

    The old museum had a spectacular display of early colonial history , which has been replaced with a tribute to the armed struggle, I certainly hope that the amazing collection of clothing has been...

  • JT

    Jayan T
    16 MAY 2017

    This is the place Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi used to go as a barrister in SA while he was there. Now, this has been converted as a museum of Durban's history, with very little on Gandhi himself. But...

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    Dr_Saiful_67
    16 APR 2017

    Built in mid 1860's, this is the oldest building in Durban and has seen its fair share of history. Once a courthouse, it was loop holed during the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879. it bore witness to South...

  • DD

    DougS51
    31 JAN 2017

    Others have correctly summarized the experiences to see on the two floors of this free museum. The building itself is as interesting as the exhibits. However, I was struck by the sign that explained...

  • JM

    Janet M
    12 JAN 2017

    A small museum set in the original old court house. The displays are very disjointed and try to cover too much in very little detail or sequence. It would be good to see this space used to show the...

  • KK

    Knobjunior1974
    9 JAN 2017

    We visited as part of a walking tour and found it fascinating. A large amount of historical information and warrants allowing enough time to appreciate it. Free entry so perfect for travelling on a...

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    56KnowledgeHunter56
    29 MAY 2016

    Seeing displays of early life was helpful. There were less than 10 people here on a Saturday morning. I did not realise the history relating to WW 1 - there were photos and lots of information on...

  • KK

    kingsrest
    14 MAR 2016

    the museum is aged and needs redoing all the same old place yes it has nice features only needs a reface

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Durban, eThekwini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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