College of the Arts, Windhoek

Name: College of the Arts
Address: Windhoek, Namibia

#38 among attractions in Windhoek

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The College of the Arts is an institution of arts education in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. In 2011, it employed 39 lecturers full-time and 75 on part-time basis. The institution had 450 students studying towards a diploma, a further 650 enrolled in fee-financed courses, and 4,800 students participated in community-based programs organised by the college. ()

Established: 1971 (53 years ago)Coordinates: 22°34'7"S, 17°4'58"E

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College of the Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maerua Mall, Independence Memorial Museum, Alte Feste, Parliament Gardens.

1.2 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Maerua Mall, Windhoek
32 min walk • Maerua Mall stands as a bustling hub of commerce and leisure in the heart of Windhoek, Namibia. This premier shopping center, which caters to a diverse range of shopping and entertainment needs, has become a staple for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive...
~1820 ftE
Museum
Independence Memorial Museum, Windhoek
9 min walk • The Independence Memorial Museum is a poignant landmark nestled in the heart of Windhoek, the vibrant capital city of Namibia. This museum is dedicated to chronicling Namibia’s long struggle for independence from South African rule, which was finally achieved in 1990.
~1910 ftE
Museum
Alte Feste, Windhoek
10 min walk • Alte Feste, an emblematic historical site nestled in the heart of Windhoek, Namibia, stands as a testament to the country's rich past. Originally constructed in 1890, this old fortress was built during the early years of German colonial rule and has since evolved into...
0.4 miNE
Garden, Park
Parliament Gardens, Windhoek
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia, lies the tranquil oasis of Parliament Gardens. This serene park provides a lush, green respite from the bustling city life and is a cherished spot for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat.
~1900 ftE
Monuments and statues
Reiterdenkmal, Windhoek
10 min walk • The Reiterdenkmal, also known as the Equestrian Monument, is a historical statue located in the heart of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. This iconic sculpture was originally erected to commemorate the German soldiers and settlers who lost their lives during the...
1 miN
Church
Reformed Church Windhoek, Windhoek
27 min walk • The Reformed Church Windhoek is an emblematic religious structure nestled in the heart of Namibia's capital, Windhoek. This historic church, a cornerstone of the city's architectural and cultural heritage, stands as a testament to the Dutch Reformed community's...
~1470 ftN
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek
8 min walk • St. Mary's Cathedral, known as St. Marien Kathedrale in German, is a Roman Catholic church in Windhoek, Namibia. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Windhoek.
0.7 miSE
Forts and castles
Heinitzburg, Windhoek
19 min walk • Heinitzburg is one of the three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. It was built in 1914 by architect Wilhelm Sander. Sander originally built the castle for himself but sold it in 1916 to Hans Bogislav Graf von Schwerin, who named the castle Heynitzburg after his wife Margarete's birth name "von Heynitz".
0.7 miSE
Large castle built in the 1890s
Schwerinsburg, Windhoek
18 min walk • Schwerinsburg is the biggest of three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. Today it is the private residence of the Italian ambassador in Namibia.
~1550 ftE
Landmark church built in the early 1900s
Christ Church, Windhoek
8 min walk • The Christ Church is a historic landmark and Lutheran church in Windhoek, Namibia, belonging to the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. It was designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker. The church was built following the wars between the Germans and the Khoikhoi, Herero, and Owambo.
0.5 miNE
Namibia's foremost collection of art
National Art Gallery of Namibia, Windhoek
13 min walk • The National Art Gallery of Namibia is a state-owned art gallery situated in Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. It was founded in 1990. The goal of this institution is to preserve and encourage art in Namibia. It displays in a permanent exhibition of Namibian, African and European Art. Exhibitions of local artists as e.g.

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Which popular attractions are close to College of the Arts?

Nearby attractions include St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek (8 min walk), Christ Church, Windhoek (8 min walk), Independence Memorial Museum, Windhoek (9 min walk), Reiterdenkmal, Windhoek (10 min walk).

How to get to College of the Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to College of the Arts:

Bus

School of the Arts • Lines: 2 (1 min walk)
Talstreet/KFC • Lines: 1, 11, 3, 4, 5 (3 min walk)

Train

Windhoek Railway Station (17 min walk)
Gammams (25 min walk)