GRILLOArt LIMITED

GRILLOArt Limited – Yusuf Grillo Museum, Ikeja, Lagos

Explore the Legacy of a Nigerian Artistic Master

Step into the former home and studio of the late Prof. Yusuf Adebayo Cameron Grillo (1934–2021), now transformed into the Yusuf Grillo Museum, lovingly managed by GRILLOArt Limited. Established by his family in honor of Nigeria’s iconic modernist, this museum preserves and celebrates his influential art and life.grilloart.com+11lagospanorama.com+11lagosgalleryweekend.com+11

🎨 Ambience
Located at 28 Ogunlowo Street, Ikeja, the museum retains the soulful charm of Grillo’s working studio while offering a calm, engaging space for art lovers. Designed by Total Consult, the converted residence merges personal history with a serene and welcoming gallery atmosphere—bright, airy and rich with creative energy.lagospanorama.com+2The Guardian Nigeria+2The Nation Newspaper+2

🖼️ What to See
The museum houses a striking collection of Grillo’s original artworks, maquettes, murals, sketches, stained glass designs, letters, journals, tools and records. You’ll also find artworks by other prominent Nigerian artists such as Dele Jegede, Kolade Osinowo, Bisi Fakeye, Kunle Adeyemi and more—many pieces the artist collected over decades.

Permanent exhibitions include rarely seen conceptual gouaches created as preparatory works for large-scale commissions, mixed media pieces from the 1970s–2010s titled Yusuf Grillo: Like You’ve Never Seen.GRILLOArt Limited not only preserves Grillo’s surroundings, but also anchors a vibrant centre for culture. The museum features

Exhibition and workshop space (approx. 100 m²)
Library archives with books, journals and recordings dating back to the 1950s
Educational events: talks, seminars, residencies, guided tours and interactive activities.The Nation Newspaper+12grilloart.com+12Vanguard News+12The Guardian Nigeria

💸 Entry & Visit Details
Visitation is by appointment; the museum is open to individuals and groups upon request. As it serves as a memory-in-residence rather than a commercial gallery, entry is either free or modestly priced, focusing on preservation and education rather than sales. Workshops or guided tours may incur a small fee.grilloart.comlagospanorama.com

🌟 Why Visit?
Legacy Preservation: Walk through the preserved studio of one of Nigeria’s foremost modern artists.
Unique Collection: Experience rare works and personal archives that tell the story of Grillo’s life and methods.
Cultural Resource Hub: The museum is evolving into a hub for cultural exchange, research and art community engagement.
Educational Inspiration: Great for students, art lovers, researchers, and fans of modern Nigerian art.