The Luthuli Museum is a national monument in South Africa, dedicated to the memery of Chief Albert Luthuli.
The Luthuli Museum was officially opened on 21 August 2004, and is situated on 3233 Nokukhanya Luthuli Street, Groutville, KwaDukuza in the iLembe District of KwaZulu-Natal Province.
The Museum comprises two parts, the first part is the original 1927 home of Chief Albert Luthuli, which has been beautifully restored and preserved. The second part is a modern interpretive center that houses temporary exhibitions, where visitors gather to mark openings, school children and learners participate in workshops, view public offerings or learn more about Chief Albert Luthuli’s legacy.
Set in lovely landscaped gardens, the grounds provide the ideal setting in which to absorb the history and achievements of a man who, in 1960, became the first African to receive the Nobel Prize for Peace.
Chief Albert Luthuli was a leader ahead of his time whose commitment to non-violence, non-racialism, democracy, and human rights has left an enduring legacy.
The museum also highlights the contribution of Chief Albert Luthuli’s family to the history of Groutville. His grandparents, Ntaba Luthuli and Titisi Luthuli, were amongst the first converts to Christianity when Reverend Aldin Grout set up a mission in the Umvoti area which was to become modern-day Groutville.
The Luthuli Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the life and legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli, South Africa’s struggle against apartheid oppression, and the importance of human rights.
The Museum’s historic setting, beautiful gardens, and modern interpretive center provide a unique experience for visitors of all ages.
Through its exhibitions and workshops, the museum promotes the values, philosophies, and legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli, ensuring that his spirit continues to inspire and speak to all.
From tourists to learners, the Luthuli Museum staff are ready to welcome all visitors to the legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli. Admission is free.
Vision
The vision of the Luthuli Museum is “A Transformed Society inspired by the values and ideals of Chief Albert Luthuli”.
Mission
In delivering its mandate as reflected above, the Luthuli Museum aims to: ‘Preserve, Educate, Promote, Grow, and Sustain the Legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli’. To bring about its Mission into practice, the Luthuli Museum commits itself to the following offerings:
- Museum conservation: research and collection for the beneficiation of present and future generations
- Production: documentation and enabled access to the knowledge about the legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli and the concept of a Museum and its value
- Create an awareness and appreciation about the legacy of Chief Albert Luthuli
Values
In recognition of the ethos and philosophy of Chief Albert Luthuli, the Luthuli Museum commits to deliver its value proposition; core products and services informed by the following values:
- Selflessness
- Transparency
- Integrity
- Inclusivity
- Respect
- Responsiveness
- Batho Pele
- Accountability
- Excellence in Leadership
Institutional Goals
- To develop a policy towards furthering the interest of the Albert Luthuli Legacy
- To produce recommendations to further the interests of museums in South Africa, the Continent and the world.
- To produce, document and make accessible knowledge about the Legacy of Albert Luthuli and the Liberation Struggle in South Africa and beyond.
- To empower and engage people and communities in the developing, collecting and distributing the offering.
Overseeing Department/Entity
Office Bearers/Management
Chairperson
- Adv Charlie Naidoo
Council Members
- Mr Dharamaraj Baboo
- Ms Wilma Botha
- Ms Siphumelele Dlungwane
- Ms Thembisa Jimana
- Ms Stella Mahlangu
- Ms Sizakele Moloko
- Ms Sinenhlanhla Mthembu
- Mr Mpho Tsedu
Chief Executive Officer
- Mr Brian Xaba (Director)
Director
- Mr Brian Xaba
Senior Management
- Ms Jula Ncwane (Manager: Finance)
- Mr Loyiso Xulu (Curator)
Communications Officers
- Ms Valentia Mthembu (Manager: Marketing and Communications)
- Ms Zinhle Nyembe (Public Relations Officer)
Contact Details
The contact details of the Luthuli Museum are listed in the table below.
| Physical Address: | 3233 Nokukhanya Luthuli Street, Groutville, KwaDukuza, 4450 |
| Postal Address: | P.O. Box 1869 Stanger, KwaDukuza, 4450 |
| Telephone: | 032 559 6822 |
| Fax: | 032 559 6806 |
| Email: | luthulimuseum@luthulimuseum.org.za |
| Website: | www.luthulimuseum.org.za |
READ MORE:
➜ List of Galleries, Museums, and Theatres in South Africa
➜ National Government of South Africa
| Galleries, Museums & Theatres under South Africa’s National Government |
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| Amazwi South African Museum of Literature . Artscape Theatre Centre . Die Afrikaanse Taalmuseum en -monument . Ditsong: Museums of South Africa . Freedom Park . Iziko Museums of South Africa . KwaZulu-Natal Museum . Luthuli Museum . Mandela Bay Theatre Complex . Market Theatre Foundation . National Museum in Bloemfontein . Nelson Mandela Museum . Robben Island Museum . South African State Theatre . The Playhouse Company . uMsunduzi Museum . War Museum of the Boer Republics . William Humphreys Art Gallery |
