The Origin of Mwl. J. K. Nyerere Legacy

The Museum is located at Mwitongo, Butiama, his birth and burial place. The Mwl. J. K. Nyerere Museum holdings reflects his significant role nationally and internationally, particularly as the founder of the nation and Champion of freedom struggles in Africa. The Museum shows various material cultures and archives associated with Mwl. J.K. Nyerere`s lifetime and presidency.

Att­ractions at the Museum

• History of Mwl.J.K. Nyerere (i.e, Prior to independence, during the struggle for independence, the country’s reformation and aer his retirement);

• The aftermath of the Kagera war (i.e. gifts received by Mwl. J.K. Nyerere as a sign of his warrior and patriotism)

What to do

 Historical tours, Education activities, Filming, Research activities and School projects.

Events and Dates

Mwl Nyerere Birthday - 13 April every year Mwl. Nyerere Marathon - October ever year Mwl. Nyerere Memorial Day- 14 October every year

Gett­ing There

The Mwl. J.K. Nyerere Museum is located 48 kilometres away from Musoma town. You can get there by road and air.

Contact:

Mwl. J.K.Nyerere Museum

P.O BOX 995 Musoma,

Tanzania

Mobile: +255 784 859057

Email: jknyerere@nmt.go.tz