Cultural Heritage Art Gallery
Exhibitions
Explore our curated exhibitions celebrating the artistry, spirituality, and cultural heritage of African civilisations.
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Current Exhibitions
February 1 — June 30, 2026
Spirits of the Ancestors: Ceremonial Art of Central Africa
A powerful collection of ritual masks, ceremonial headrests, and spiritual objects from the Congo Basin and surrounding regions.
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March 15 — August 31, 2026
Beaded Narratives: The Language of Colour in African Adornment
Exploring the intricate coded language of beadwork across West and East African cultures — from Maasai collars to Ashanti crowns.
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Coming Soon
Upcoming Exhibitions
May 1 — Sep 30, 2026
Guardians: Power Figures and Protective Art of the Bakongo
An intimate exhibition focusing on the Nkisi tradition — nail figures, mirror-bellied guardians, and spiritual containers of the Bakongo people.
May 15 — Nov 30, 2026
Tingatinga: 60 Years of Joy
Jul 1 — Dec 15, 2026
West African Masquerade: Theatre, Spirit, and Transformation
From the powerful Bamana Chi Wara headdresses to the elegant Baga serpent figures — celebrating the masquerade traditions of Mali, Guinea, and beyond.
Jul 1 — Dec 31, 2026
Earth and Fire: A Fine Art Collection of East Africa
Aug 15 — Feb 28, 2027
Portraits of Resilience: Photography from the Rift Valley
Sep 1 — Feb 28, 2027
Sacred Geometry: The Art of the Baluba
Ceremonial figures, beaded masks, and royal regalia from one of Central Africa's most artistically accomplished cultures.
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Our exhibitions are best experienced in person. Visit us on Dodoma Road, Arusha, and immerse yourself in the rich artistic heritage of Africa.