Gallery Mau Mau, Cape Town

#104 among attractions in Cape Town

Museum, Art museum

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Gallery Mau Mau was a counter-culture "art space" situated in Cape Town, South Africa. Although short-lived, the experimental space provided low-cost access to the arts for artists of all races, broke boundaries and defined the period in which a visual arts culture saw enormous growth in the city. It was run by cultural activist David Robert Lewis, multimedia artist Adam Lieber, musician and disk jockey Nick Birkby and fine artist Chris Slack. ()

Coordinates: 33°55'31"S, 18°24'57"E

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Cape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town South Africa

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Day trips

Gallery Mau Mau – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bo-Kaap, St. George's Cathedral, Statues of Louis Botha, Iziko South African National Gallery.

~1610 ftN
Displays on local Islamic culture
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town
8 min walk • Nestled at the foot of Signal Hill in Cape Town, South Africa, the Bo-Kaap is a vibrant and historic area renowned for its colorful homes and cobbled streets. This iconic neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, is a living museum reflecting the rich cultural...
~1100 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
6 min walk • St. George's Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. This Anglican cathedral, constructed in the late 19th century, is not only a place of worship but also a site of cultural and political significance.
~1400 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Statues of Louis Botha
7 min walk • The Statues of Louis Botha stand as a testament to South Africa's complex history, serving as monuments to a controversial figure in the nation's past. Louis Botha was the first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa and a key military leader during the Second...
~1470 ftS
Major museum for African and European art
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town
8 min walk • The Iziko South African National Gallery stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Cape Town, showcasing a rich tapestry of art that spans both historical and contemporary works. This premier art museum is not just a repository of artworks but a vibrant space for the...
~850 ftSE
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, lies the verdant oasis known as the Company's Garden. This historic park, established in the early 17th century by the Dutch East India Company, was originally created as a refreshment station for ships passing the Cape...
~750 ftSE
Memorial
Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town
4 min walk • The Cecil John Rhodes Statue is a monument erected at Company's Garden in Cape Town. The statue was erected in 1908. It features a full body replica of Rhodes wearing a three-piece suit, standing with his left hand raised and pointing north.
~1640 ftE
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
8 min walk • Church Square in Cape Town, South Africa, lies in front of the Groote Kerk at the intersection of Parliament and Spin Streets. It currently features a park. In the middle of the square lies a statue of Jan Hendrik Hofmeyr.
~1370 ftS
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts
Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town
7 min walk • The Iziko South African Museum is a South African national museum located in Cape Town. The museum was founded in 1825, the first in the country. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden since 1897. The museum houses important African zoology, palaeontology and archaeology collections.
~1450 ftE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Slave Lodge, Cape Town
8 min walk • The Slave Lodge is a South African social history museum located in Cape Town. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden.
~1580 ftNE
Archaeological site
Heritage Western Cape, Cape Town
8 min walk • Heritage Western Cape is a provincial heritage resources authority established by the Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport of the government of the Western Cape province in South Africa.
~1610 ftNE
Square, Flea market, Shopping
Greenmarket Square, Cape Town
8 min walk • Greenmarket Square is a historical square in the centre of old Cape Town, South Africa. The square was built in 1696, when a burgher watch house was erected.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gallery Mau Mau?

Nearby attractions include Palm Tree Mosque, Cape Town (2 min walk), Huguenot Memorial Building, Cape Town (3 min walk), Centre for the Book, Cape Town (3 min walk), Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town (4 min walk).

How to get to Gallery Mau Mau by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gallery Mau Mau:

Bus

Leeuwen • Lines: 101 (3 min walk)
Upper Loop • Lines: 101 (4 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (17 min walk)