Cultural Centres in Mombasa

Bombolulu Coast Workshop & Cultural Centre

Found 4 km from Nyali Bridge, Bombolulu Workshop, started in 1969 under the auspices of the Association for the Physically Disable of Kenya, employs upwards of a hundred artisans, artists, carvers and engravers who fabricate fine handmade crafts. A social enterprise dedicated to empowering people with disabilities. On arrival, most are surprised at the level of workmanship in the crafts exhibited, and of the high spirits of the residents. Every year, thousands of assorted designs are made for items of jewelry, wood, leather and furnishings. The center also umps Kenyan culture through traditional dance performances and cultural exhibitions.

The workshops have a production capacity of nearly 250,000 unique artisan items per year. Many years of successful exporting have established it as a reliable supplier and member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WTO). Some of the key highlights include its exhibitions, shopping area, cultural centre and guided tours. Behind the restaurant are mock-ups of Kikuyu, Maasai and Luo traditional huts. A cover charge of Kes 450 is payable. Workshop up-time is from 8am to 12:45pm or from 2pm to 5pm Monday through Friday, while the Cultural Centre is open all day from 8am to 5pm. The showroom at Bombolulu Coast Workshop & Cultural Centre is open on Saturday and Sunday; but the studio remains closed.

That Kenya has a rich cultural diversity needs no introduction. It is an invaluable blessing to the nation. To foster an understanding of this heritage, there are cultural centers around Kenya that provide insights into the tapestry of cultures and traditions in their regions. These centers preserve and celebrate traditional practices and customs amidst the shift towards modernization and globalization.

Index of Cultural Centres in Kenya

Baringo County - Mogotio Equator Center, Bomet County - Kipsigis Oasis Sanctuary Culture , Kaplelach Cultural Centre , Busia County - Kakapel Cultural Centre , Garissa County - Garissa Cultural Centre , Isiolo County - Gotu Cultural Centre , Malka Cultural Centre , Kakamega County - The Nabongo Mumia Centre , Kericho County - Kipsigis Cultural Museum , Kiambu County - Gikuyu Cultural Museum, Kirinyaga County - Thingira Cultural Centre , Lamu County - Swahili House Centre , Mosque College Lamu , House of Habib Swaleh , Machakos County - The Syokimau Cultural Centre, Makueni County - Makueni Cultural Center , Meru County - Murithi Mpuri Cultural Centre , Thiiri Centre , Mombasa County - Swahili Cultural Centre , Little Theatre Club , Bombolulu Cultural Centre , Ngomongo Villages , Muranga County - Mukurwe Wa Nyagathanga , Nairobi County - Bomas of Kenya, Kenya Cultural Centre, The Goethe Institut, Alliance Française, Nakuru County - Bomas of Nakuru, Nandi County - Cheruiyot Ecosystem , Nyamira County - Otenyo Cultural Centre , Samburu County - Umoja Women Village , Tana River County - Tana Delta Cultural Center , Tharaka Nithi County - Ura Gate Meru

Well-famous for its rich Swahili culture, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife – acclaimed as one of the top destinations in Kenya – Mombasa County is home to Mombasa City, Kenya’s second-largest city and a primary port town that has been a key trade center for centuries. Mombasa County is more than just beaches—it’s a cultural melting pot with history, adventure, and guaranteed coastal vibes.

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Arab Rifle's Monument , Buli Monument , Fort Jesus Curio Shop , Camel Joint, Old Town Mombasa , Fort Jesus Museum I World Heritage Site , Mombasa Butterfly House , Santo Antonio de Tanna , Swahili Cultural Center , Sanaa Gallery , Old Port Mombasa , Leven House I Steps , Forodhani Restaurant , The Mandhry Mosque , Burhani Mosque , Tulia Backpackers , Bahdala Mosque , Mazrui Cemetery , Old Law Courts , Treasury Square , Africa Hotel , Kizingo BBQ, St. Joseph's Fort , Ras Serani Lighthouse , Kizingo War Camp , Mombasa Golf Club , Mama Ngina Waterfront Park , Shelly Beach , The Likoni Floating Bridge , Mbaraki Creek, Mombasa Yatch Club , Mbaraki Pillar , The Mombasa Mbaraki Cemetery , The Little Theatre Club , Kilindini Harbour , The Mombasa Memorial Church , The Holy Ghost Catholic Cathedral , Lord Shiva Temple , The Old Mombasa Railway Station , Railways Park , Mombasa African Memorial , Mombasa’s Tusks , Fort Makupa , Kibarani Recreation Park , Akamba Handicraft Shop , Manyimbo War Cemetery , Tudor Water Sports Marina , Nyali Bridge , ACK Emmanuel , The Kengeleni Monument , Bahari Beach Resort , Tamarind Dhow Cruise , Krapf Memorial Heritage Park , Kenyatta Public Beach , Bombolulu Workshop , Haller Park , Mombasa Butterfly Pavilion , Bamburi Rifle Range , Mombasa Go-Kart , Suli Suli Fishing , Nguuni Nature Sanctuary , Mamba Village , Nyali Golf & Country Club , Wild Waters , Nyali Shopping Mall , Mombasa Marine Park I Reserve , Ngomongo Village , Shimo la Tewa Site , The Moorings , La Marina Restaurant

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