Kanta Museum (Argungu) | anthropology, cultural heritage / national heritage

 museum, anthropology, cultural heritage / national heritage

Located in a part of Argungu called “old town” and adjacent to the main market. Built in 1831, the museum was the emir’s palace until 1942 .
On July 1 1958, the building was converted to a museum to house Argungu’s cultural heritage.
The ancient architectural beauty of the museum is maintained with minimal renovations and reconstruction. It retains its historic charm; and the view from outside is of ancient northern Nigerian structure and edifice.
The Emir, Alhaji Samaila Mera, comes into the museum every Friday after the Jumat service to pay homage to his ancestors by sitting for a time on the ancient throne. Not surprising, since the museum also serves as a royal tomb; all past Emirs of Kebbi kingdom have been interred there
The Kanta Museum is a fascinating treasure house for those seeking a more reflective experience of Argungu and its environs."

By Ayo Okulaja

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