About Old Residency Museum Calabar
The Old Residency Museum occupies a beautifully preserved colonial-era building that was once the seat of British power in Southern Nigeria. Today it houses an extraordinary collection of artefacts documenting the history of Cross River State — from pre-colonial Efik kingdoms and the transatlantic slave trade to missionary activity and the colonial administration. Walking through its rooms is a genuine act of historical reckoning, and the building itself is one of Nigeria's finest colonial structures.
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Write a ReviewA wonderful window into Nigerian history and culture. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Could easily spend half a day here. Every gallery reveals something new about our rich heritage.
A wonderful window into Nigerian history and culture. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate. A definite highlight of my Nigeria trip.
A wonderful window into Nigerian history and culture. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate. The memories from this visit will last a long time.
A wonderful window into Nigerian history and culture. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Could easily spend half a day here. Every gallery reveals something new about our rich heritage. No hesitation recommending this to fellow travellers.