Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo was established by the Egyptian government in 1835

Smithsonian National Museum of African Art
African art embodies one of humanity's greatest achievements--fusing visual imagery with spiritual beliefs and social purpose. Its technical achievements and artistic perfection bear witness to the creative ingenuity of its makers. Religious beliefs and cultural ideals find artistic expression not only in masks and figures created primarily for ceremonial purposes, but also in the utilitarian objects of daily life.

South African Museum
The collections that we hold in trust for present and future generations are the foundation for a wide range of dynamic programmes aimed at furthering and sharing knowledge of our natural and cultural heritage. The collections provide tangible evidence of biological and cultural diversity: they are integral to exhibition, education and research programmes: they are of immense value as a reference resource; and they are an unfailing source of wonder and inspiration.

Royal Museum for Central Africa
The Museum must act as a world centre for research and knowledge dissemination on the past and present societies and the natural environments of Africa, in particular of Central Africa, to foster - among the general public and the scientific community - a better understanding of and interest in this field and, through partnerships, to make a substantial contribution towards the sustainable development of Africa.

Museum for African Art
The objects we create, own, and use tell much about who we are and what we believe. In Africa, the materials that are used to make objects of daily and ritual life are profoundly significant. Material Differences: Art and Identity in Africa takes the visitor on a journey that reveals the traditions, rituals, and spiritual powers intrinsic to the materials used to create the works of art.

Robert V. Fullerton: African Collection
The Jane Matthews Collection of sub-Saharan African Art consists of over 100 objects and makes an excellent study tool for many classes. Various mediums and materials are represented in this collection of objects made for mostly tribal ritualistic purposes.

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National Museum of Namibia
The National Museum is custodian of national cultural and contemporary history, anthropology, archaeology and diverse natural history collections with a strong research and education emphasis.

National Museums of Kenya
NMK is a multi-disciplinary institution whose mission is to collect, preserve, study, document and present Kenya?s past and present cultural and national heritage. The objectives are to enhance knowledge, appreciation, respect and sustainable utilization of these resources for the benefit of Kenya and the world, for now and posterity.