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Badagry Heritage Museum

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Located in a former colonial administrative building, the Badagry Heritage Museum documents the town's pivotal role in the transatlantic slave trade. Exhibits include artifacts, photographs, and narratives that trace the journey of enslaved Africans from capture to shipment. The museum also covers local history and culture, providing context to the slave trade's legacy. Its hilltop location offers views of Badagry.

Don't miss

  • See the 'Door of No Return' replica and other slave trade artifacts
  • Explore exhibits on the Middle Passage and local resistance
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Badagry from the museum's hilltop setting

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Ways to visit Badagry Heritage Museum

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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