Badagry Slave Museum

Badagry Slave Museum – A Living Memory of Courage and Sorrow

Located in Badagry, Lagos, the Badagry Slave Museum—also known as the Badagry Heritage Museum or Seriki Williams Abass Slave Museum—is housed in a historic 19th-century slave barracoon, once owned by Chief Seriki Williams Abass Wikipedia+1. Officially designated a national monument, this museum preserves the original structure and holds artifacts like chains, shackles, manuscripts, maps, and replica slave ships—each echoing a painful chapter in human history.

What to Expect

• Powerful, Thematic Galleries
  Walk through eight galleries that journey from “The Capture” to “Resistance & Abolition,” revealing visceral exhibits—chains, mouth muzzles, simulated ship decks, and abolitionist stories—in a deeply moving narrative.
• Broader Slave Route Experience
  Extend your exploration to include the nearby Brazilian barracoon, Mobee Family Slave Relics Museum, the Spirit Attenuation Well, and the haunting Point of No Return on Gberefu Island—each site adds context and depth to the story.
• Deeply Reflective & Educational
  Visitors describe the experience as “enlightening,” “emotional,” and a powerful reminder of both suffering and resilience. Guides enhance the journey with rich storytelling and historical insight.

Practical Info
Hours: Open Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM Travel.
Duration: Allocate 2–3 hours for a meaningful visit—particularly if you plan to join a guided tour or visit adjacent sites.

Getting There:

By car or okada, you’ll find the museum on Marina Road, Badagry. Parking is available nearby.
By public transport, take a Danfo bus toward Badagry, then a short walk or okada to the museum.

Why It Matters
A National Treasure: One of Nigeria’s most important heritage sites, combining architecture, artifacts, and stories to preserve a legacy.
Emotional & Thought-Provoking: A somber reminder of the past—and a call to reflect, remember, and resist forgetting.
Context-Rich Experience: Ideal for students, families, diaspora heritage tours, and history enthusiasts seeking more than a passive museum visit.