Photos are not clear --- these are images of DIFFERENT sites. The National Museum in Butare is certainly worth a visit. Very informative, covering history, geography and more about the nation, place and people of Rwanda. The museums in Nyanza-Rukari, north of Butare, were also interesting, but completely different. The tour guide was quite the talker. The residence the Belgians... More

I know most people go to Rwanda for the gorillas and/or the Akagera, but if you have a little time, go to this museum. It's not huge, that's true, but that means you can see everything in detail. Ask Faustin, one of the guides, to give you a tour. He knows so much and you will make the most out... More

An Exhibit of Rwanda culture and history in one place. More

The museum offers a comprehensive guide to Rwandese history in the pre-colonial and colonial periods, with fantastic collections of handmade housewares & clothing, great video of intore dancing, and an interesting preserved or replicated palace. Should be complemented by a trip to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre for a more complete picture of Rwanda's recent history. More

Easily the best place to visit in Butare is the national museum. Not only is it architectually stunning from the outside, but the design also lends itself to the construction of well orgainised and attractive displays too. The displays cover most categories that you would expect from a national museum: art, archaeology, history, geography, geology and ecology, but especially impressive... More