Art Galleries for private art collectors in Kampala city
5 of the best art galleries for art collectors in Kampala city.
The arts are all be around us no matter whether we perform them or not. In any way such as acting, playing an instrument, painting or trying to discover them in festivals, theaters, art galleries and museums.
Want to know about Ugandan cultural traditions or find where artists make their artworks from? Visit top art galleries in Uganda.
Arts in Uganda
The kind of artworks in Uganda range from paintings, metal works, mixed media to sculpture, batik and textile. Through these, it’s possible to interact and engage with the rich history and heritage of Uganda. Consisting of over 50 indigenous ethnic groups, Ugandan art is as diverse as its people. The artworks depict the different customs and traditions evident in the diverse cultural background of the artists themselves that produce the art pieces. You can also take your time to do personal painting or drawing.
Those intending to collect art in Uganda, Whether for personal, business or corporate purposes, Our top 5 art and craft galleries include Gallery Okapi, Nommo Gallery, Tulifanya Art Gallery, Gallery Cafe, and Cassava Republic.
Top 5 Art Galleries in Kampala for Art Collectors
Nommo Gallery
The National Art Gallery of Uganda is located on plot 4, Victoria Avenue Nakasero hill next to Italian Embassy. Nommo Gallery was established in 1965, making for one of the pioneers of art in Uganda. It has hosted several exhibitions including the Millennium Art Exhibition of 1999 and the Fine Art Exhibition on Nudity, which gathered 45 artists and 91 artworks making history on the Ugandan art scene.
Despite its old age, Nommo gallery of the 21st century is still that good old place that art lovers should visit. The artworks exhibited there are vibrantly alive and fresh defiant of their old age. They range from paintings, metal works, mixed media to sculpture, batik and textile of both Ugandan and foreign artists.
Gallery Okapi
At this art gallery, you’ll find paintings that evoke Ugandan natural landscape. Gallery Okapi is located along Ggaba Road, Bbunga P.O. Box 26666 Kampala.
Tulifanya Art Gallery
Tulifanya art gallery offers precious gems, sculptures and fabrics that are sustainable compared to other artworks such as recycled paper and canvas oil. It is located on Plot 28 Hannington Road P.O. Box 10698 Kampala.
Cassava Republic
Located on plot 8 Bukoto street Sure House, Cassava Republic offers a variety of wall arts such as paintings, framed prints, wood prints among others.
Gallery Café
The artworks featured at Gallery Cafe include walking sticks, curved stools and wall hangings and sculptures. It also has oil paintings, batiks and sculptures from Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and West African countries such as Ghana.
Bonus Tip
The African Crafts Village located behind Uganda National Cultural Center (National Theater) are a must-visit. The shops offer a wide range of souvenirs and crafts made from across East African. A leisurely stroll through them is well worth it for unique local treasures at fair prices.
You may choose among our best day trips from Kampala and Entebbe or explore the local community tourism projects around Ugandan national parks.
