Safaris, evening lectures, book launches, children’s activities and more…
Online Evening Talk: The Evolution of Skin Colour and What it Means to All of Us – The Evolution of Skin Colour and What it Means to All of Us: Sat, 26 Sept 2020, 5.30 pm (EAT)
The Evolution of Skin Colour and What it Means to All of Us
Saturday, 26 September 2020
By The Evolution of Skin Colour and What it Means to All of Us
Evan Pugh University Professor of Anthropology at The Pennsylvania State University
Human skin colour is an evolutionary adaption related to the intensity of sunlight on the earth’s surface. In the last 20 years, understanding of the trait has improved significantly, with great strides having been made in understanding the function of skin colour and its genetic basis, including the tremendous diversity of skin colours in Africa. Skin colour is relevant to human health. It has also been misused as a criterion for defining human races. When these facts are clearly understood and taught in all schools, we can all live healthier and happier lives.
Charges:
KMS Member Ksh 200
Non-member Ksh 250
Payment:
M-PESA Paybill No: 400800, Account No: 6571570019
Registration Link: https://www.kenyamuseumsociety.org/contact-us/
Contacts: 0724 255 299 0r info@kenyamuseumsociety.org
Evening Talk- Shared Origins, Common Destiny: Rock Art and the Biocultural Heritage of Turkana Basin – Sat 12 Sept, 5.30 pm on Zoom
Our Museums are still closed but touring it and learning VIRTUALLY is possible!
Did you know that sustained research in paleosciences over the years has resulted in major discoveries that have put Kenya in the global map not only as the cradle of humankind but also as the cradle of innovation?
The Lake Turkana Basin, located in the north-western fringe of Kenya, has always played a key role in improving our understating of the biological, technological, and cultural dynamics of the region. There is also increased demand for development both by government and investor sector in these arid regions focused on building infrastructure to extract new energy sources (oil, wind, hydroelectric) thus, a presenting a challenge of heritage conservation in culturally sensitive landscape.
This presentation is an opportunity for you, your family, and friends to hear from and ask questions about Archaeology, Turkana Basin, Tourism Opportunities in Turkana and other related issues, from an expert which you might not traditionally be able to access.
The talk is FREE but please register: https://www.kenyamuseumsociety.org/contact-us/
Contacts: 0724 255 299 or info@kenyamuseumsociety.org
Experience Museum’s Research and Conservation Work Virtually – Sat, 4 July 2020
Are you a guide, a student, researcher, or a friend of the Museums?
Are you interested in learning and experiencing the research, heritage and conservation hub that is the National Museums of Kenya VIRTUALLY?
Make a date with us and Bernard Agwanda, one of the best mammals’ curator in Kenya, this Sat, 4 July 2020, from 5.30 pm for a rare, exciting, and unique #2 Museumscape.
Bernard will be sharing exciting updates on the newly established Taxidermy Center and other ways he has deployed his expertise while the museum has been closed to the public; Some of them are truly away from the public eye!
Talk is Free
Register Here: https://www.kenyamuseumsociety.org/contact-us/
or email us through: info@kenyamuseumsociety.org
or Call/Text us on 0724 255 299
#Museumscapes
#KnowYourMuseum
#VirtualFunLearning
#OurMuseumsOurHeritage
KMS Talk on Zoom – Meet the Natodomeri Lion of Northwestern Kenya, Thur 4 June 2020
Welcome. Karibu.
What does learning about the Natodomeri Lion teach us about our current society?
We’re glad you’re here to learn more about what we have in mind for the rest of 2020.
First we are going to kick off a few mini presentations with NMK researchers and others. These mini presentations are an opportunity for you to hear from and ask questions about a topic or issue from an expert which you might not traditionally be able to access. After each of these events, more information on the topic will be shared so that you can continue the exploration.
Next, we are going to create new types of events and activities. For example, a live quiz, an offline scavenger hunt and other tasks which you can do on your own.
A few tips to get the most out of the next few months (understanding this is new for many of us)
- Have an open mind
- Offer constructive feedback on what you liked about an event and did not.
- Volunteer ideas and as creator if an activity or task if you have a special talent/skill
- Encourage others to join the Society. We will be creating Member-only experiences as well.
In this section you’ll find a variety of helpful resources and tips to get the most out of the experience.
We’re so excited to have you join us on this journey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Please register using this link and we will send you the zoom meeting link/ID.
https://www.kenyamuseumsociety.org/contact-us/
#AfricaLeadsScience
#Museumscapes
#KnowMoreKnowKenya
#TheCradleOfHumankind
#Paleontology
#VirtualLearning
Evening Talk: My Views On Climate Change And Trends To A Different Kenya – Sat 19 Feb
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Close to Home Weekend Getaway in Nanyuki -14 -16 Sept 2019
Join us for a weekend at Ngororo Guesthouse. Situated 8km from Nanyuki town, this unique and spacious private house with family pets is ideal for a peaceful getaway. The property hosts a large variety of birds and visiting Colobus and Sykes Monkey’s. It is surrounded by lush vegetation of indigenous trees and plants, has a large fish pond, and a Gazebo situated at the river. It is ideal for bird watching and nature lovers.
On Saturday, we leave early from the Museum to arrive at Ngororo Guesthouse for lunch with an afternoon visit to the Sirimon Cheese Factory to see how their cheeses are made. Sirimon has made a commitment to work within the community and with the small shareholder dairy farmers to support them and to reduce their ecological footprint. Dinner is at Ngororo Guesthouse.
The Ngare Ndare Forest is 40 minutes away in the foothills of Mount Kenya and we plan to visit the Forest for a day trip on Sunday. (http://www.ngarendare.org/index.php) The activities at the Forest include a canopy walk, forest walking, or bird watching depending on your interest. The canopy walkway is a 40 ft. high aerial bridge of wiremesh and cables meandering through the tree canopy and extending 450 metres long. The walkway ends at a wooden platform 30 off the ground where there is frequently a great view of buffalo and elephants in the river. We’ll have a picnic lunch at the Forest. Sundowners at the Gazebo by the river and dinner at the house will end the day. On Monday, the plan is to visit a raspberry farm on our way back to Nairobi.
Date: Saturday, September 14 to Monday, September 16
Cost: 16,000 Ksh for adults
Included: Food, lodging, tips.
Cost excludes Conservation fees, transportation costs, lunch on Sunday.
* Please indicate your transportation status when signing up: if you will be driving, if you can take passengers, or if you need transportation.
Conservations fees at Ngare Ndare: Residents and Citizens- 2000 Ksh per day; Non-resident- $40
Payment Options:
- Safaricom: M-Pesa Paybill, Business no – 400800, Account No- 6571570019
- Airtel Money – 0780 755 231
- Direct Bank Transfer
Bank: Commercial Bank of Africa
Account Name: KENYA MUSEUM SOCIETY
Bank Account: 657 157 0019
You won’t be confirmed until your payment is received. The deadline for payment is August 31 or until the group limit is reached.
Bookings: 0724 255299 or info@kenyamuseumsociety.org
By participating in KMS safaris, you are helping to support projects of the National Museums of Kenya.
The Affordable Art Show: 25-27 October 2019
2019 Affordable Art Show
Fri-Sun, 25-27 Oct
Are you an art lover, buyer, collector or just looking for a way to give your home/office a fresh look? The Biggest art show in East Africa, is an event you can’t afford to miss. Save the Dates Now!
We are also Looking for Volunteers from June through October
The first meeting of the 2019 Art Show Committee will be Wed, 19 June, 10-12 pm.
We are looking for volunteers who would like to help produce the show, which will be 25-27 October this year.
Those with publicity skills/contacts, sponsorship suggestions, data entry skills, experience in curating art and those who just have time/interest to help with planning and organizing the show are asked to contact the KMS office and attend the first meeting.
The work intensifies from 16 October as we take in, process and hang the art, sell the art throughout the weekend of the show and finally take down the show and return unsold art to artists.
Volunteers who cannot commit to serving on the committee for several months, but who can assist one or a few days, will also be needed beginning 16 October through 28 October. It’s an intense time, but previous volunteers have found it interesting and worthwhile.
Contact Us on;
Mobile: 0724 255 299, 0780 755 231
info@kenyamuseumsociety.org
Our Auditorium
The Louis Leakey auditorium at the National Museum can be booked for functions - click on image to learn more or contact us.