The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN) is an umbrella organisation that represents all Namibian museums.
As a representative body it supports museums in various ways such as in the field of training, funding and the networking of professionals.
The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN) extends our deepest condolences to the First Lady, Madame Monica Geingos and his children, to the people of Namibia and to all those mourning the loss of a remarkable leader, H.E Dr Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia, who passed away on 4th February 2024. His Excellency's legacy as "a distinguished servant...
Windhoek, Namibia – 31 January 2024 The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN), in collaboration with the Museum of Namibian Fashion, the Confronting Colonial Pasts, Envisioning Creative Futures Project, and the UNESCO Participation Programme, successfully hosted 37 members (institutional, associate, and individual) during the 33rd MAN AGM, Conference, and Capacity-Building workshops held in Windhoek from Monday 28th of August to Tuesday 05th...
Announcement of the opening of a new fellowship in the Netherlands, entitled ‘Moving Objects, Mobilising Culture in the Context of (De)colonisation’ The fellowship enables researchers and heritage professionals from former colonized countries to conduct five months of research into 'colonial collections': objects and collections from those countries that arrived in the Netherlands in a context of colonialism. The call for applications...
Dear colleagues: We would like to draw your attention to an event on “Research and funding opportunities in Germany” that may be of interest to you: *** For French and Spanish see below*** Dear colleagues: The Network Colonial Contexts would like to cordially invite you to the digital information meeting “Research and funding opportunities in Germany”, which will take place on February 14,...
As we approach the festive season, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your unwavering support and commitment to the noble cause of making museums matter. Your dedication has truly enriched our endeavours, and we are immensely thankful for the collaborative spirit that defines our association. Festive Season Break 2023/2024 In celebration of the holiday season, please be informed...
Objective TheMuseumsLab is a programme for joint learning, perspective exchange, networking and career building among African and European professionals. Bringing them togetherto build bridges between individuals, institutions, nations and two continents for an engaged discussion on how museums can confront their past, meet the present needs of society and work towards an equitable future. Who can apply? African and European Museum...
We pay tribute to the life of a national hero, Axali Doëseb, whose remarkable contributions to the heart and soul of Namibia will forever be engraved in our history. Mr. Doëseb, a gifted musician, bestowed upon us the gift of the Namibian national anthem. Mr Doëseb's commitment to the cultural and historical enrichment of Namibia extended beyond the creation of our beloved anthem. His...
UNESCO Namibia has the following vacancy. Click here to download. Closing date: 9 November 2023 For more updates on UNESCO’s work in Namibia, kindly visit the UNESCO website.
