Uitenhage Historical Museums

31/08/2026

❗❗❗ URGENT NOTICE❗❗❗

The Spring Market Day has been postponed to the 03 October 2026 due to the weather forecast predictions.

28/08/2026

MUSEUMS AND SCHOOLS

"Breathing life to museum exhibits"

Westering primary school participated in our Edutainment programme at Cuyler Museum.
The activities of the days were,

1. Visiting the museum
2. Candle making demonstration and dressing up.
3. Cow dung smearing
4. Roasted break making

The activities were filled with joy and enthusiasm, and a little bit of fear on topics of where they kept casualties of war and also meeting the long standing family member "BAT".

We are forever grateful for school participation and also for trusting the relevance of lesson render as part of school curriculum.

24/08/2026

Vendor's opportunity

18/08/2026

https://friendsofthemuseum.co.za/what-we-do/

Our Events Fundraising events! By supporting our fundraising events, you contribute to our mission and vision - thank you for your kind support. Our next event: In the Media

15/08/2026

Family friendly market

Cuyler Manor Museum

13/08/2026

09/08/2026

Today, we celebrate the STENGTH, KINDNESS and INSPIRATION of the woman who shaped the world.
Thank you for all that you are and all that you do.

" Mama" UYIMBOKODO"

03/08/2026

Sunday's River Primary School (Addo)

"Sifunda sidlala"

It was a joyful day in welcoming grade 3 learners at Cuyler Museum.
Learners and teachers participated on the following educational activities :
1. Tour to the Museum
2. Candle making demonstration
3. Cow dung smearing activity
4. Touch and feed activity

21/07/2026

Friends of Our Museums

Our Dedication
The Friends of the Museum (Uitenhage/Kariega) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving our heritage, open to people of all ages. Our commitment includes:

- Fundraising
- Education
- Awareness creation
- Preservation and support of all cultures

We invite community members to join us in protecting local heritage sites and generating income for restoration projects.

We collaborate with businesses and communities to support our museums through projects, funding restoration work, and promoting educational programs.

To learn more about annual fundraising activities and becoming a donor, please visit: https://friendsofthemuseum.co.za/what-we-do/