Steve Biko Centre
Steve Biko Centre
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Eva V
10 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
We visited the museum today and were welcomed by the host of the museum /shop and she gave us lots of information. She could answer all our questions and way more and showed us the museum. Also the books in the shop were interesting and the cafe which is part of the complex is quite cozy. We were impressed by the museum and can recommend it to everyone!
Written March 16, 2020
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Smokey128
Johannesburg, South Africa501 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
The Centre kindly opened up for our tour group not only for breakfast which was great but for a tour through the museum as well. Very well done all in picture form much like the Apartheid museum in Johannesburg with key points on large graphic boards. We all leant a lot about the life and death of Steve Biko. The new modern building and theater is an inspiration to the Ginsberg Community where he came from and well worth the visit.
If you really want to feel entrenched in the Community you can even stay in the house his Mom owns and where he grew up.
If you really want to feel entrenched in the Community you can even stay in the house his Mom owns and where he grew up.
Written February 9, 2020
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neddyirl
Dublin, Ireland67 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
We had read about Steve Biko and we were excited to visit this museum. It didn't disappoint! The exhibition was very informative and very well set-up. We had a chat with the girl at the desk about her wish to study International Politics (we are International Relations PhD students on exchange from Ireland) and I was so impressed with her knowledge and determination. A fantastic centre which also includes an amphitheatre and barbecue area: a great potential for the whole town.
Written July 23, 2016
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StephenOdodah
Durban, South Africa86 contributions
Nov 2017
Always a terrible experience
Draughts always out of stock even though being advertised
Most ciders out of stock
Half the food menu not available
No manager ever available
Waiters are very friendly and try very hard clearly however no clue on any menu items
Barman is extremely rude, witnessed this to quite a few customers too, does not surprise me why they never have more than 5 customers at there Bar.
Overall, one of the worst and poorly managed restaurant & bar I have seen in all my years of travelling, a complete joke.
Draughts always out of stock even though being advertised
Most ciders out of stock
Half the food menu not available
No manager ever available
Waiters are very friendly and try very hard clearly however no clue on any menu items
Barman is extremely rude, witnessed this to quite a few customers too, does not surprise me why they never have more than 5 customers at there Bar.
Overall, one of the worst and poorly managed restaurant & bar I have seen in all my years of travelling, a complete joke.
Written June 22, 2018
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Thank you for your constructive feedback. We sincerely apologise for your terrible experience at the Steve Biko Centre - more specifically the Aluta Restaurant and Lounge. The Aluta Restaurant and Lounge has taken undergone a series of improvement interventions to ensure that all our patrons, be they first time visitors or long standing customers, are afforded a wonderful dining experience. As a beacon of black excellence we hope that you visit us again and experience our new and improved offering.
Team Biko.
Written July 20, 2018
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kulevet
Edinburgh, UK40 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
I can't believe that in the 3 and a half years since this place was opened this is only the second review.. Not only a nice exhibition of the life of this brave man but SBC acts as an important community centre for Ginsberg. I'm not sure if people are wary because it is located in Ginsberg - the township of King William's Town - please don't let this put you off - it's just inside Ginsberg and in a safe location. There is parking right outside.The staff are very friendly and will give you a tour round the facilities. Highly recommended.
Written May 20, 2016
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MrGlobetrotter_11
Edinburgh128 contributions
Feb 2016
What a difference from the Mandela exhibition in Qunu. This exhibition lays out very clearly the condition Steve Biko lived under, his influences and his (short) life in general. Wll worth a visit.
Written February 21, 2016
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Mawethu Matwa
King William's Town, South Africa6 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Reading about the story of Steve Biko, eye opener in terms of the past in South Africa, historical place especially for the young people who doesn't know the days of struggle in SA
Written November 19, 2018
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Jean l
13 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
This centre pays tribute to the life of the South African hero in a frank, beautiful way - and as a result of the brutality he and his fellow black South Africans faced, it's a rather harrowing experience. It creates good historical context for his life and deeds. A must-see when travelling in the area. Their second exhibition space hosted a very good exhibit on Project Coast and the chemical/biological warfare programmes of the Apartheid government.
Written March 7, 2018
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Archie Mokele
Centurion, South Africa131 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
We visited the Cde Steve Bikos house and got goose bumps just reflecting on his life and ideals having learnt of him for years. The property is well looked after snd an attraction for tourists with a historical interest. We then proceeded to the Steve Biko museum and was equally taken aback by the shere information yhat our personal guide Sis-Asanda shared with us. The displays and exhibits were very interesting. The garden of reflection was equally interesting with its own history of how Cde Steve and his associates used to congregate and discuss their activities, plans, information sharing, etc.. Department of Arts and Culture must continue to support such significant icons of our struggles. There is a good restaurant on the premises too.
Written January 10, 2018
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Thank you for your valuable feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in future.
Written July 20, 2018
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John (Africanite)
New York City, NY221 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
The presentation of the facts of what happened during this period in South Africa is remarkable. We were amazed and the center contained even more facts than we had imagined. The tour is a must do for history lovers.
Written December 23, 2016
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Hoping we can get some great advice for two sites we would like to visit in King Williams Town. Can you book a tour to the S. Biko Centre and the Garden of Remembrance from Port Elizabeth? How long would it take to view the S. Biko Centre? Are the two sites mentioned above close to each other? If we did both attractions how long would the tour be for the day? What would the cost be for both sites? Thanks in advance for your help. Diane 🏄
Written March 18, 2016
It really depends on how much time you spend in front of each explanatory panel, as there is a lot of information to absorb. We spent around 1-2 hours in the centre.
Written March 19, 2016
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