Bisa Aberwa Museum — Attraction in Western Region

Absolute hidden 3 story secret tucked in less frequented Western region that should be the starting point for all newcomers or those returning to Ghana seriously interested in learning about its people, history and culture. Massive warrior sculptures and a grouping with Granma teaching young their history greet you outside huge intricately carved entrance doors and columns. Created by Ghana's premier polymath, artist and early leader of Department of Communications at University of Ghana, Kwaw Ansah. He has amassed an impressive array of biographical sketches of thought leaders from the 1800s to present times, and incredible assortment of art and artifacts reflective of all aspects of Ghana and the Diasporic influences spawned by descendants. Particularly fascinating were the amazing sculptural depictions, best collection seen amongst other museums and galleries from Kumasi to Accra. For example, a complete rendering in brass figurines, of the Ashanti kings procession, with accurate replicas of the Golden Stool, conveyances of King and Queen mother, hornblowing and sword bearing heralds, guards and advisors. Also loved grouping of wooden carvings of recreated village life of runaway maroon slaves surrounding massive Mother Africa. Incredible intricately carved and inlaid doors, and bas reliefs with hammered precious metals adorn the walls along with beautiful and classic paintings. The eerily accurate installation of knee high Klansmen jeering at lynching of several black people hanging from a tree, a haunting memory of power of endurance. Each sculptural grouping was also accompanied by an optional audio overview, thus a potential full day's experience to soak it all up. Great for homeschooling, scholars and students of all ages to fully understand how Pan African thought arose and why, even as the Caribbean and African nations now combine in economic self initiated development and expansion, it has been challenged and suppressed. It is ours to learn...

I visited with a large group of Africans, most of us relocated back to Africa from the US. Our guide was a young woman who was very knowledgeable and I also felt she had a personal relationship with the history and culture she presented. The multi media displays spanned the African experience worldwide. The arts and crafts, busts, statues, photos, music and other recordings, and various other artifacts combined with the guide and unique backgrounds of those in our group all added up to a delightful afternoon at Bisa Aberwa. As if this wasnt enough, we were welcomed by the museum's owner who treated us to refreshments and a Q and A session to top off...

Bisa Aberwa simply means "Ask The Old Woman/Ask Our Grandmother". A very Lovely, super and elegant Museum I have ever visited. Pure collections of historical items. I have learnt new things and know much about history. It's so sad not allowed to take photos inside. I strongly believe something must be done about it. Cos that could bring more tourist people. Now I don't have any evidence to show my family about visiting Bisa Aberwa Museum in Takoradi, than the photo I have posted. It's somehow sad but it's OK. I have gain more historical aspect from this Museum. I must repeat this museum anytime am...