Namibia Maritime Museum

09/06/2026

From the Collection: The Dutch Man-of-War 'Friesland' ⚓️
Launched in 1663, the Friesland was a titan of the Dutch Golden Age. As a second-rate ship of the line, she was a primary instrument of naval power during a century defined by global trade expansion and fierce maritime conflict.

Carrying 80 guns and built for endurance in the Baltic and beyond, the Friesland played a critical role in securing the Dutch Republic’s dominance on the high seas. This model illustrates the transition to heavily armed, specialized warships that changed the face of naval warfare forever.

📍 Visit NMM and discover Namibia’s maritime story.

at the Namibia Maritime Museum in Lüderitz

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum
🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

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07/06/2026

This vibrant Children's Map of the World in our gallery is more than an illustration. It is an invitation, from the icy reaches of the Arctic to the legendary ships that braved the Cape of Good Hope, there is always something new to discover.

Whether you are eight or eighty, the Namibia Maritime Museum has a story waiting for you.

📍 Bring the whole family and see what corners of the world you uncover together.

at the Namibia Maritime Museum in Lüderitz

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

̈deritz

06/06/2026

Test Your Maritime Knowledge! 🧐💡
Can you identify this industrial giant? It might look like a futuristic sculpture, but this model represents a vital piece of modern maritime technology often seen off our coast.

What are we looking at?

A) An offshore oil and gas platform
B) A deep-sea diamond mining crawler
C) A jack-up drilling rig
D) A marine research weather station

The Answer:
It’s C: A Jack-up Rig!

These incredible structures are mobile platforms used for offshore drilling and exploration. They are called "jack-ups" because they can lower their long steel legs to the seafloor and literally "jack" the entire hull above the water’s surface to stay stable against waves and currents.

Once the job is done, they lower the hull back into the water, pull up their legs, and are towed to a new location. These engineering marvels play a massive role in the energy and mining sectors that drive our coastal economy.

How many of you have spotted the real-life versions of these giants out in the bay? Tell us in the comments! 👇

at the Namibia Maritime Museum in Lüderitz

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

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04/06/2026

We were honoured to welcome His Worship, Hon. Franciskus Skeyer, Mayor of the Karasburg Town Council, to the Namibia Maritime Museum during his recent visit to Lüderitz.

at the Namibia Maritime Museum in Lüderitz
Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

̈deritz

03/06/2026

From the Collection: The Windjammer 'Christian Radich' ⚓️

Launched in 1937, the Christian Radich is a symbol of Norway’s enduring relationship with the sea. Unlike many vessels converted from trade, she was purpose built for education, commissioned through a legacy left by businessman Christian Radich to train the next generation of sailors.

Her sleek white hull and three masted full rigging became world famous following her appearance in the 1958 film Windjammer. This model honors her decades of service, from navigating the Atlantic to her continued role in modern sail training. She remains a living testament to the importance of preserving traditional seamanship in a digital age.

📍 Explore the collection. Discover the stories.

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

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01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Last week, the Namibia Maritime Museum welcomed guests attending the Conference Venue Naming Ceremony and inauguration of the conference facilities at the Lüderitz Old Power Station.

Many took the opportunity to explore the museum's exhibits spanning Namibia's maritime heritage, the history of Lüderitz, the fishing industry, marine conservation, navigation and shipwrecks.

We are grateful to everyone who stopped in, and to all who continue to support the museum and its work.

at the Namibia Maritime Museum in Lüderitz

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

̈deritz

31/05/2026

📸 : A warm welcome to Hendrik, Yuvan and Sion, who made the journey all the way from Henties Bay to visit us here in Lüderitz.

Thank you for visiting NMM. We hope the journey was as memorable as the destination.

📍 Come discover Namibia's maritime story for yourself.

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

̈deritz

30/05/2026

From the Collection: The School Ship 'Amerigo Vespucci' ⚓️

Launched in 1931, the Amerigo Vespucci is a masterpiece of Italian naval architecture. Named after the explorer who gave his name to the Americas, she remains an active training vessel for the Italian Navy to this day.

Unlike many ships of her era, she was designed to honor the classic 18th century ship of the line, blending timeless aesthetics with the rigors of naval instruction. A symbol of diplomacy and maritime excellence, she is frequently cited as the most beautiful vessel afloat. This model captures her distinctive black and white hull and the intricate rigging essential for training future officers in the art of traditional navigation.

Witness a living legend that continues to bridge the gap between historic craftsmanship and modern naval tradition.

📍Visit NMM and discover the world at sea.

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

̈deritz

27/05/2026

🚴‍♂️ From coastal roads to maritime heritage, we were delighted to welcome a group of local cyclists to the Namibia Maritime Museum.

After conquering the coastline, they traded pedal power for sea stories, exploring Namibia's deep connection to the ocean through ships, fishing heritage, navigation and discovery.

We love seeing our community walk through these doors. NMM is a place for everyone, however you arrive.

📍 Ride in. Step inside. Discover Namibia's maritime story.

Entrance Tickets Available Here: www.webtickets.com.na/maritimemuseum

🕒 Opening Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 09:30 – 18:30
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 09:30 – 13:30

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