Explore this vast continent rich with history and cultural complexity.

There are 54 countries in Africa—home to more than a billion residents who communicate in as many as 2,000 unique languages. Our Africa exhibition offers a glimpse into the varied cultures and environments across this vast continent.

Experience the sights and sounds of life on the African continent, from a bustling city in Senegal to the rainforest of Rwanda, from a camel caravan deep in the Sahara to an industrial workshop in Ethiopia. Collection artifacts, cultural displays, and scientific findings come together to shed light on Africa throughout history.