International Museum Day celebrated in town
Afterwards, people were allowed into the museum for a tour to learn about the history of Ladysmith
International Museum Day was celebrated across the world on May 18.
Young and old got together at the local Siege Museum to observe this worldwide event. Also present were Deputy Mayor Sindi Mfusi and
Council Speaker Zehra Rassool. People seated themselves in front of the museum, as songs and dance items were performed for those in attendance.
Afterwards, people were allowed into the museum for a tour to learn about the history of Ladysmith. The tour was free of charge for everyone.
Emnambithi/Ladysmith Municipality – in conjunction with Museums, Arts, Culture and Tourism – will now run an annual ‘Free Passport To Museums’ programme (namely Siege Museum and Emnambithi Cultural Centre). This programme forms part of the outreach projects our local museums have, with the vision of making museums more easily accessible and a centre of learning to pupils and the community at large.
The programme will run from June 17 to August 29. If you would like to book a visit to the museum, call 036-637-2992, contact Mr Luke Makhubo on 072-236-3200, or e-mail 1smakhubo@ladysmith.co.za
