Shyllon Museum

10/07/2026

Want to hear more from Haneefah Adam, the winner of the inaugural Ventures Platform–YSMA Futures Art Award?

Watch her full interview on Arise News via our YouTube channel.

Tap the link in our bio to watch now.

10/07/2026

30/06/2026

Explore our latest digital exhibitions on Google Arts & Culture Google Arts & Culture

Have a look through the rich African history and art we preserve for future generations.

21/06/2026

On June 11, we had the pleasure of welcoming Massimo De Luca .de.luca , Head of Cooperation at the European Union Delegation to Nigeria European Union in Nigeria and ECOWAS. Museum Director Jess Castellote led him through our galleries, sharing the stories behind our collection.

It was an inspiring discussion about art, culture, future collaborations and partnerships.

16/06/2026

Great news!

Thanks to the generous support of Aisha and Gbenga Oyebode, you can now enjoy access to the museum free of charge from June 15, and entry will remain free for the next three years.

We look forward to welcoming you!

08/06/2026

Hear directly from the curator Charles Udeh as he breaks down the inspiration and creative process behind Tracing Forms, currently on display at the Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art.

Watch the full video for an exclusive look into his work on our YouTube channel!

08/06/2026

We are honoured to present the distinguished panel of jurors for the 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦-𝐘𝐒𝐌𝐀 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝, whose influence spans the worlds of art, culture, and business.

As respected cultural leaders with a discerning eye for excellence, they will play an important role in identifying outstanding proposals and celebrating unique talent for the maiden edition of the award.

05/06/2026

𝐘𝐒𝐌𝐀 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧!

Join us for a day of film, art, and meaningful conversations at the this Saturday, June 6.

✨ Watch 𝑴𝒊 𝑻𝒂𝒛𝒊 by — a powerful documentary on memory, heritage, and visual storytelling (featured at the 15th iREP Film Festival).
🎤 Engage in a live Q&A with the filmmaker.

🎨 Create and connect at 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝘀 — a hands-on art workshop with exploring identity through fingerprint art.
Come ready to watch, co-create, reflect, and connect.

See you there!

18/05/2026

Happy International Museum Day!

Today, we are celebrating the incredible power of art and history to bring communities together and spark new ideas.

Whether you’re a regular visitor or haven't stepped through our doors in a while, we'd love to know: What is your favorite memory or favorite piece in the museum? 👇

Celebrate with us, drop a comment below!

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