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05/05/2026

Happy Patriots Day! መልካም የአርበኞች ቀን!

Above: Photo of an Ethiopian ex-soldier's military medals.

Medals left to right:
Patriots Medal with 1 palm (awarded to those fighting in Ethiopia)
Refugees Medal with 4 palms (awarded to Ethiopians helping from outside the country)
Star of Victory Medal (1941) (awarded to all combatants)
Each palm represents one year of service.

Photo by Andrew Chadwick, description by Anglo-Ethiopian Society.

01/05/2026

We’re honored to see Süddeutsche Zeitung feature our current exhibition at Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center.

The Maria Theresia Thaler is one of history's most remarkable trade coins, woven into Ethiopian commerce, culture, and daily life for centuries.

This recognition reflects both the enduring global impact of the history our exhibition explores, but also reflects YZ's meaningful work in connecting histories across continents.

Above is a translated excerpt — the original article is in German. Read more at the link below:
https://www.sueddeutsche.de/panorama/maria-theresien-taler-muenze-geschichte-wien-addis-abeba-li.3471357

Our thanks to Süddeutsche Zeitung for the feature!

20/04/2026

Young voices took center stage at YZ Museum!
We celebrated the winners and participants of the essay competition "What Maria Theresia Means to You: Personally or in Relation to Ethiopia."
This theme sparked some truly fresh and powerful perspectives.

We were honored to welcome Ambassador Peter Huber, who joined us in awarding certificates and prizes to the remarkable winners and participants, alongside Ambassador Simone Knapp and distinguished delegates from the Austrian Embassy.🇦🇹🇪🇹

Thank you all!

12/04/2026

መልካም ፋሲካ - Happy Easter!

11/04/2026

By popular demand🎈
YZ's Exhibition "Maria Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women" has been extended until June 7th, 2026.

Come see it if you haven't already, and if you have, come again and bring your friends!

-YZ

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate - ኢድ ሙባረክ ለምታከብሩ ሁሉ!

-YZ Museum

08/03/2026

Saturday, we had the honor of hosting a special public lecture under the theme “Leading as a Woman: The Legacy of Maria Theresia.”

We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for such a thoughtful and inspiring conversation on women’s leadership, history, and legacy. It was a privilege to welcome distinguished guests, Ambassadors, and many members of the diplomatic and academic community.

A special thank you to Dr. Belete Bizuneh, Head of the Department of History and Archaeology at AAU, for delivering such an engaging lecture, and to the Austrian Embassy for their valued partnership and support.

As we mark International Women’s Day, we are proud that this event brought together voices and stories that celebrate women’s leadership across cultures.

Thank you all, Happy International Women's Day!

07/03/2026

The highlight of this week at YZ!

We were delighted to welcome students from One Planet School to visit our newest exhibition, “Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women.”
A special thank you to their art teacher, Mr. Tetemke Hailesilassie, for bringing his students to experience the exhibition with us. We always love seeing young minds engage with art, history, and culture at the museum!

02/03/2026

እንኳን ለ ዓድዋ ድል በዓል በሰላም አደረሳችሁ!
Happy Victory of Adwa day!

Above: Oil on canvas, circa 1940 - painting depicting the Battle of Adwa in 1896. Unknown artist. (British Museum).

01/03/2026

Join us on March 7, 2026 for a special public lecture at Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center under the theme:
“Leading as a Woman: The Legacy of Maria Theresia.”
As part of the exhibition “Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria-Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women,” this lecture will explore the leadership, legacy, and enduring influence of one of Europe’s most powerful female rulers.
The lecture will be delivered by Dr. Belete Bizuneh, Head of the Department of History and Archaeology at AAU, and will be followed by a Q&A session and light refreshments.
🗓 March 7, 2026
⏰ 10:00 A.M.
📍 Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center
We look forward to welcoming you for a thoughtful and inspiring morning of history, dialogue, and cultural exchange.

RSVP: [email protected]

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Friendship Park II
Addis Ababa

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11:00 - 18:00
Thursday	11:00 - 18:00
Friday	11:00 - 18:00
Saturday	11:00 - 18:00
Sunday	11:00 - 18:00

Website

http://www.yzmuseum.org/

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