Museum of Science and Technology (Accra)

The Museum of Science and Technology in Accra, Ghana was established in 1963[1] and first opened its doors in 1965.[2] The museum is under the administration of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board and the National Commission on Culture.[3]

Museum of Science and Technology
Established1965
LocationAccra
Coordinates5.556761°N 0.206059°W / 5.556761; -0.206059
TypeScience museum
AccreditationGhana Museums and Monuments Board
OwnerGovernment of Ghana
Websitewww.ghanamuseums.org/science-tech-museum.php

Background

The aim in establishing the museum was to create an awareness of past and present developments in science and technology in Ghana. Two lecturers from the University of Ghana presented a proposal to Kwame Nkrumah, who was the President of Ghana at the time.[2] The original museum building has been shut down and the exhibits have migrated into its current building which experience enormous delays in its construction.[4]

Location

The museum is located in the heart of Accra. It is located close to the intersection of Barnes Road to the east and Liberia Road to the south in Accra. West of the museum is the University of Ghana Accra City Campus and to the north are the offices of the National Service Scheme and the Regional Coordination Council.

Activities

In addition to displaying exhibits to the public, the museum contains a library. It also organises educational activities for school children.[2] In 2019, there was an Evolution of Science exhibition funded by Wellcome which highlighted activities related to health and space research.[5]

Opening hours

The museum usually opens daily on week days from 9:00 am to 4:30pm. It also charges gate fees.[2]

See also

References
  1. "Museums Introduction". ghanamuseums.org. Ghana Museums and Monuments Board. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
  2. "Museum of Science and Technology (MST), Accra (1963)". ghanamuseums.org. Ghana Museums and Monuments Board. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
  3. "Museum of Science and Technology". peacefmonline.com. Peace FM Online. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
  4. "Museum of Science and Technology, Accra, Ghana". youtube.com. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
  5. Amsen, Eva (14 December 2019). "Artists and Scientists In Ghana Reflect On The Country's Scientific Achievements". forbes.com. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
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