Polokwane Art Museum

Limpopo


This museum is worth ducking into for its modern take on colonialism, many depictions of Nelson Mandela and interesting displays on women and art in South Africa. It features artists from Limpopo and across the country and is one of South Africa's best regional art galleries.


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