The Livingstone Museum

Coming Soon: Frogs of Zambia Exhibition

Behind the Scenes: We are on course to the finish line! Step by step, we are leaping forward as our team works diligently to bring this exciting exhibition to life. From designing displays and preparing specimens to creating artworks that showcase the beauty and diversity of frogs, every detail is coming together for an unforgettable visitor experience.

Discover the fascinating world of Zambia's frogs and learn about their diversity, unique adaptations and vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

Opening on Friday, 5th June 2026

Coming Soon: Frogs of Zambia Exhibition

The Livingstone Museum is proud to present the Frogs of Zambia Exhibition, opening on 5th June 2026. This exciting exhibition will showcase the diversity, beauty, and ecological importance of Zambia's frog species, highlighting their vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting biodiversity.

Behind the scenes, our local talented artist, Mr. Musaba Chilufya, is hard at work bringing these fascinating amphibians to life through captivating illustrations and exhibition displays that will inspire visitors of all ages.

Join us as we explore the remarkable world of frogs and learn why their conservation matters for the future of our environment.

The Livingstone Museum is open every day from 09:00hrs to 16:30hrs.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover the hidden wonders of Zambia's amphibian heritage.

Coming Soon: Frogs of Zambia Exhibition

The Livingstone Museum is proud to present the Frogs of Zambia Exhibition, opening on 5th June 2026. This exciting exhibition will showcase the diversity, beauty and ecological importance of Zambia's frog species.

Our country is home to a rich variety of amphibians that play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and serve as important indicators of environmental health.

Opening Date: 5th June 2026
Venue: Livingstone Museum

Come and experience the remarkable world of Zambia's frogs: small creatures with a big role in nature!

We are open everyday from 09:00hrs to 16:30hrs.

At Livingstone Museum, we believe that a clean, green and healthy environment reflects our commitment to preserving heritage for present and future generations.

By maintaining clean surroundings, planting and caring for greenery and promoting healthy practices, we create a welcoming space for learning, culture and community engagement.

Together, we can protect not only our history and heritage, but also the environment that sustains us all.

Preserving Documentary Heritage for Future Generations

The Memory of the World Committee is meeting at the Livingstone Museum to advance its mandate of identifying, safeguarding and promoting documentary heritage under the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme.

The committee plays a vital role in ensuring that invaluable documentary heritage including national archives, manuscripts, photographs, maps and audiovisual records is preserved and made accessible for present and future generations. These records serve as a collective memory of our societies, documenting significant historical events, cultural traditions, scientific achievements, and the experiences of communities over time.

As a custodian of Zambia's heritage, the Livingstone Museum is honoured to host this important gathering, which reaffirms the commitment of heritage institutions to protecting documentary resources that enrich knowledge, strengthen identity, and promote a deeper understanding of our shared past.

Preserving documentary heritage is preserving the memory of a nation.

After celebrating International Museum Day, we gather as one museum family, united by our shared heritage and common purpose. The celebrations may come to an end, but the spirit of unity, inclusiveness and cultural appreciation continues to live among us.

There is strength in diversity, and we proudly embrace our different expertise, perspectives and experiences as a powerful source of unity and resilience. When people from different backgrounds come together, we create stronger communities built on understanding, respect and cooperation.

This collective strength is what enables us to preserve, protect and care for our heritage for present and future generations.

International Museum Day 2026

What a wonderful and memorable day it was as we celebrated International Museum Day with great energy and joy under the theme “Museums Uniting a Divided World.”

The celebrations began with a vibrant match past aimed at raising awareness about the important role museums play in promoting unity, cultural understanding and heritage preservation. The day was filled with inspiring speeches, exciting entertainment and captivating performances by various cultural groups showcasing the richness and diversity of our cultures.

A special highlight of the celebrations was the remarkable performance by the DeSanto Centre for the Deaf, reaffirming that museums are inclusive spaces where everyone belongs and every voice matters. Guests and visitors also had an opportunity to tour the impressive art and crafts exhibition by the DeSanto Centre, appreciating the creativity, talent and resilience displayed through the artworks.

The event truly reflected the spirit of togetherness, inclusiveness and cultural celebration reaffirming what museums stand for.

MESSAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY 2026

On the occasion of International Museum Day, being commemorated today on 18th May 2026, with theme "Museums Uniting a Divided World", the National Museums Board Director General Mr George. S. Mudenda extends warm wishes and sincere appreciation to all members of staff, stakeholders, partners, and the general public for their continued support and commitment to preserving our moveable cultural and natural heritage.

This year’s celebration reminds us of the important role museums play in education, research, cultural preservation, tourism, and community development. Museums are not only custodians of history and heritage, but also spaces that inspire dialogue, innovation, and unity among people.

We commend all members of staff for their dedication, professionalism, and tireless efforts in safeguarding our nation’s rich moveable cultural and natural heritage for present and future generations. Your commitment continues to strengthen the museum sector and promote national identity and pride.

To the general public, we thank you for your continued interest, participation, and support in museum activities and programmes. We encourage everyone to visit museums, learn from our shared heritage, and join us in celebrating the value of culture and history in shaping our society on this day for free at any museum within your reach.

As we celebrate International Museum Day 2026, let us work together to ensure that museums remain vibrant centers of learning, inclusion, and cultural exchange for all.

Happy International Museum Day 2026!

National Museums Board