International Council of Museums — Nigeria

Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Futures

The museum is the custodian of stories untold — a place where history whispers and the future listens. Join us in safeguarding Nigeria's cultural legacy for generations to come.

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Who We Are

Welcome to ICOM Nigeria — The Network for Museum Professionals

ICOM Nigeria is the National Committee of the International Council of Museums — a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) dedicated to fostering the growth and development of museums and heritage institutions across Nigeria. We connect professionals, share knowledge, and advocate for preserving our shared history and culture.

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30+Years of Heritage Work

500+Museum Professionals

36States Represented

100+Partner Institutions

What We Do

Our Impact

500+

Community Reach

Connecting museum professionals, educators, and communities across all 36 Nigerian states.

200+

Heritage Sites

Supporting the preservation of religious, cultural, and historical sites across the nation.

50+

Global Partnerships

Collaborating with international museums and institutions to amplify Nigerian voices worldwide.

30+

Annual Programmes

Inspiring engagement, debate, reflection and creativity through workshops, exhibitions and outreach.

ICOM Global Network

Global Presence

Amplifying Nigerian Heritage on the International Stage

As Nigeria's National Committee of ICOM, we work to enhance museum practices locally while raising awareness of Nigeria's rich heritage and history worldwide. We bridge the gap between Nigerian institutions and the global museum community.