QUE: 6 Fun Facts About The KENYA NATIONAL ARCHIVES

The Kenya National Archives, located on Moi Avenue Nairobi, is a treasure trove of historical and cultural artifacts. Here are some quick fun facts about it:

1. Historic Building:
The Kenya National Archives is housed in a historic building that was constructed in the 1930s. The architecture reflects a blend of British colonial and African styles.

2. Document Repository:
It serves as the official repository for government records, historical documents, and cultural artifacts of Kenya. The collection includes photographs, maps, manuscripts, audiovisual materials, and more. This includes efforts to digitize fragile documents and photographs to ensure their long-term accessibility and protection.

3. Cultural Heritage:
The archives preserve Kenya's cultural heritage by collecting, cataloging, and safeguarding documents and artifacts that represent the country's history and diverse ethnic communities.

4. Research and Education:
Researchers, historians, scholars, and students are open to visit the archives to access primary source materials for academic study, genealogical research, and cultural preservation.

5. Public Access:
While primarily serving as a research facility, the Kenya National Archives is also open to the public. Yes, you and I can explore exhibitions, attend lectures, and access reference materials at a very small fee.

6. The Kenya National Archives building also houses the Murumbi Gallery, which contains African artefacts collected in the 19th century. The gallery is named after Joseph Murumbi who was the second vice president of Kenya and is currently the largest Pan-African art gallery in Africa and containing ancient art collections from different regions and communities of Africa.

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