Welcome to the African Pilgrimage Museum (APM), a pioneering institution dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship, cultural development, and preservation within Africa and globally. Founded on the principles of Sankofa, a Ghanaian word meaning “go back and fetch it,” our museum embodies the spirit of learning from the past, embracing the present, and shaping a sustainable future.
Our mission is to serve as a hub for education, research, artistic expression, and community engagement, focusing on the intricate relationships between human culture, environmental sustainability, and social justice. We envision a world where African cultural heritage and traditional knowledge inform innovative solutions for environmental conservation, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.
At APM, we believe that museums have a critical role to play in promoting environmental awareness, cultural appreciation, and social responsibility. Our museum is committed to providing a dynamic, inclusive, and thought-provoking space where diverse audiences can engage with the most pressing issues of our time.
Our Programmes and initiatives include:
- Cultural curation: Collecting, preserving, and exhibiting African cultural artifacts, artworks, and historical objects that highlight the region’s rich cultural heritage and contributions to environmental sustainability.
- Art Projects: Collaborating with local and international artists to create innovative, environmentally conscious artworks that inspire and educate.
- Artist Residency Program: The Africa Pilgrimage Museum (APM) is pleased to offer an Artist Residency Program, designed to provide artists with a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of art, culture, and environmental sustainability. Our residency program aims to foster creativity, innovation, and collaboration among artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
- Research Projects: Conducting interdisciplinary research on environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, and social justice, with a focus on African perspectives and experiences.
- Education and Outreach: Developing and implementing curricula, workshops, and training programs focused on environmental sustainability, cultural heritage, and social justice.
- Field Trips: Guided field trips to cultural points of interest, historical sites and community projects.
- Passion Projects: Sundry passion projects related to the environment, culture and sanitation.
- Retreats: Immersive retreats focused on healing, restorative justice and cultural assimilation.
Our culture is built on the values of Ubuntu (humanity towards others), community engagement, and collaborative problem-solving. We believe in empowering local communities, supporting indigenous knowledge systems, and promoting intergenerational learning and knowledge transfer.
As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in our quest for environmental sustainability, cultural development, and preservation. Together, let us harness the power of African cultural heritage and traditional knowledge to create a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
