
Twyfelfontein · Kunene
Damara Living Museum
A community-run open-air museum presents Damara cultural knowledge near Twyfelfontein. Demonstrations and visitor programmes support the people who run it.


Community cultural site
Otjozondjupa
The Ju/’Hoansi have run this open-air museum independently since 2004. Cultural demonstrations are explained by a guide who translates into English.
Plan your visitWhat makes it special
The project began in Grashoek and became Namibia’s first Living Museum, a place for community-led cultural education.
Choose a programme with the community’s own reception. Programmes and prices are published by the Living Culture Foundation Namibia.
Confirm opening hours with the site before travelling.
Request the current admission and permit conditions from the manager.
Information checked on 31 October 2026
Information checked on 31 October 2026
Living Culture Foundation Namibia