MUSEUMS ASSOCIATION OF NAMIBIA
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Museums Association of Namibia

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.

About MAN

 

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Documentary Premiere "The journey back home"

Documentary Premiere "The journey back home" A fascinating documentation of now and then through the personal journey of Christian Scholz in Namibia. Documentary about the 30 years of Namibian Independence. Christian Scholz, director and narrator of the film returns to Namibia after 30 years to visit various locations in his country of birth. He meets many old friends and talks with...

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[Call for Applications] World Heritage Futures Lab hunts for talent to promote Southern and Eastern Africa’s rich heritage

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We are pleased to share with you, the call for entries to the “World Heritage Futures Lab: Southern and Eastern Africa edition” that UNESCO has launched.  Important Links News item on the call for entries: https://en.unesco.org/news/world-heritage-futures-lab-hunts-talent-promote-southern-and-eastern-africas-rich-heritage   Video on the call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yw30VwHfh3Y&t=13s Call for entries (on Electric South’s website): //medium.com/@electric_south/call-for-entry-world-heritage-futures-lab-southern-eastern-africa-edition-d3e94d7e55f5">https://medium.com/@electric_south/call-for-entry-world-heritage-futures-lab-southern-eastern-africa-edition-d3e94d7e55f5 Application form:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxFk0ddLnJNZEPJmmCNnWK_22NOQSmLyun17x_d3ImldCeKw/viewform

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[Call for Submissions] Museum of Namibian Fashion - Online Shop

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Are you a…Fashion designer, Garment technologist, Textile designer, Fashion illustrator, Pattern cutter/grader, Stylist, Personal stylist/personal shopper, Fashion buyer, Fashion merchandiser, Visual merchandiser, Fashion writer, Fashion photographer/filmmaker, Fashion blogger/vlogger, Trend forecaster, Boutique owner, Costume designer, Retail manager, Fashion Teacher/lecturer, Jeweller, Accessory Designer? The Museum of Namibian Fashion is providing a FREE online marketing platform for Namibian Fashion Industry professionals. The museum's virtual...

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[Scholarships] The Museum Lab: May - November 2023

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TheMuseumsLab is a platform for joint learning, exchange and continuing education on the future of museums in both Africa and Europe. The programme started in 2021 has the aim to establish close and lasting networks between future shapers of museum concepts on both sides. The project was developed by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin and the...

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[SURVEY] CALL FOR INPUT ON THE REPURPOSING OF THE ALTE FESTE BUILDING (MAEC)

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The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MEAC) is responsible for the Alte Feste Building. The Ministry, in collaboration with other key stakeholders, is looking to repurpose the historical building into a space that is accessible and beneficial to all Namibians despite its origins and past use. The concept of repurposing usually means retaining its original historical features but using the...

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WE ARE HIRING - CONSERVATOR

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The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN) is a Non-Governmental Organisation representing museums and heritage institutions throughout Namibia. As a representative body, it supports museums in various ways such as in the field of training, funding and the networking of professionals. MAN (in partnership with the National Museum of Namibia (NMN) and University of Namibia (UNAM)) are participating in a project funded...

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Celebrating Dr. Selma Rainio’s Legacy and the 111th Anniversary of the Onandjokwe Hospital Building

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Fundraiser Celebrating Dr. Selma Rainio’s Legacy and the 111th Anniversary of the Onandjokwe Hospital Building Revitalizing the Onandjokwe Medical Museum – Promoting Cultural Tourism in Oniipa Date: Friday 7th October 2022 Time: 16h30 Venue: Onandjokwe Medical Museum Garden, Oniipa, Namibia Panel Discussion Dr. Aina Paulina Muulila Sociocultural Anthropologist and Museums Association of Namibia Executive Committee Member “Oniipa, a new town enriched...

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Day of the Old Wheeler: 01 October 2022

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The Old Wheelers Club of Namibia heartily invites you to celebrate our prestigious Day of the Wheeler on Saturday, 1st October 2022 as of 10h00. Come enjoy a fun family day out at the Old Wheeler's Club and check out some of Namibia’s finest old wheels, we expect again more than 100 vehicles on show.  Entrance is Free! With plenty of beer on tap...

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