Museums in Addis Ababa
A guide to Addis Ababa's best museums, from ancient fossils to the artifacts of a turbulent 20th century.
The National Museum of Ethiopia
King George VI Street, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethnological Museum
Addis Ababa University, King George VI Street, Addis Ababa
Red Terror Martyrs' Memorial Museum
Meskel Square vicinity, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Palace Museum
Arat Kilo, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Upcoming Related Events
Qibibilosh Public Lecture with Laureate Artist Desta Hagos
Public lecture featuring Laureate Artist Desta Hagos at the Modern Art Museum Gebrekirstos Desta Center. Free entrance. Organized by @eventsethiopia.
Qibibilosh Public Lecture: Ways of Sensing / Thinking / Doing
Public lecture series featuring architect Ahadu Abaineh sharing 30 years of his vocational journey. Ahadu will discuss concepts and values shaping his architectural practice, notably interpreting musical notation and turning them into architectural design. The lecture will be moderated by accomplished architect Marshet Mengstu. Part of the six-month series 'Ways of Sensing / Thinking / Doing'.
Qibibilosh Public Lecture Series: Hiwot & Hiwot
Public lecture featuring two renowned Ethiopian authors: Hiwot Tefera - Author with MA in Anthropology/Sociology. Books include: Tower in the Sky, Mine to Win, Mintewab, and Tedbab. Hiwot Emishaw - Ethiopian author and communications professional known for bold, witty, and perceptive portrayals of contemporary Ethiopian life. Books include: Baricho (The Dark Skin), Yebuna Kurs, Mata Mata (When the Might Comes), Fekfaki (Crumbs), Le Erkan Erub Guday, and Zewazwe. Organized by @eventsethiopia
Bridging Communities: A Trans-Atlantic Discussion on Reparations in the Modern Era
A public discussion on reparations in the modern era featuring Ambassador David Comissiong of Barbados (virtual participation), Ato Tsegaye Chama (Secretary-General of the Global Black Centre), and Dr. Yitna Gebre (Institute of Foreign Affairs). The event will be moderated by Nikita Shiel-Rolle of YME Bahamas. Organized by CARICOM Nationals in Ethiopia in collaboration with the Global Black Centre.
የብርሌ ታሪክ በኢትዮጵያ - Birillé in Ethiopia
An exhibition telling the story of the birrilé as presented by Ian Campbell. The exhibition runs from December 28, 2025 through January 18, 2026, open Wednesday to Sunday. Located at Yimetubezina Museum and Cultural Center (ይምጡበዝና ቤተመዘክር እና የባህል ማዕከል).
የብርሌ ታሪክ በኢትዮጵያ - Birillé in Ethiopia Exhibition
The story of the birrilé as told by Ian Campbell. An exhibition at Yimetubezina Museum and Cultural Center showcasing the history and cultural significance of birillé in Ethiopia. Open Wednesday to Sunday until January 18, 2026.