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SCENES OF YESTERYEARS

A Journey Through Ghana’s Soul

Step into Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and experience the beauty of a bygone era at Scenes of Yesteryears, where life-sized scenes bring the stories, traditions, and everyday lives of Ghanaian people to life.

Stories, traditions,

and values carried through generations.

A Journey Through Ghana’s Soul

Step into Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and experience the beauty of a bygone era at Scenes of Yesteryears, where life-sized scenes bring the stories, traditions, and everyday lives of Ghanaian people to life.

Stories, traditions,

and values carried through generations.

Where Ghana’s Past Comes to Life

Whether you are discovering Ghana’s heritage for the first time or reconnecting with cherished traditions, Scenes of Yesteryears welcomes you.

Through immersive life-sized scenes, cultural storytelling, and educational experiences, the museum preserves and showcases the customs, values, and everyday lives of Ghanaian communities across generations.

A Living Heritage Experience

Life-Sized
Scenes

Cultural
Storytelling

Educational Experience

Explore Ghana’s Heritage

Step into carefully crafted life-sized scenes that bring Ghanaian traditions, everyday life, cultural values, and historical memory to life.

Traditional Homes and Daily Life

Step into scenes of traditional Ghanaian homes and everyday community life.

Occupations and Community Work

Discover the skills, occupations, and ingenuity that sustained Ghanaian communities.

Family Customs and Social Traditions

Explore family life, customs, and social traditions passed through generations.

Tools, Art, Clothing and Music

See the tools, art, clothing, and music of earlier generations.

Folklore and Storytelling

Experience stories that pass on values, knowledge, humour, and wisdom.

Historical Memory

Reflect on Ghana’s history, including the transatlantic slave trade.

Stories That Shaped Our Nation

Ghana’s Past Comes to Life

Through carefully crafted life-sized scenes, visitors can explore the customs, occupations, family life, and social traditions that shaped Ghanaian communities.

Preserving Heritage With Integrity

Scenes of Yesteryears is committed to safeguarding Ghana’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage for present and future generations.

 We present stories, artifacts, and traditions with respect, truth, and cultural integrity.

An Experience for Every Visitor

Scenes of Yesteryears welcomes schools, families, tourists, researchers, and cultural enthusiasts to explore Ghana’s heritage in a vivid and engaging way.

School Visits

An engaging way for students to learn about Ghana’s history, customs, and cultural values.

Families and Tourists

A memorable journey through the stories and traditions that shaped Ghanaian communities.

Researchers and Cultural Enthusiasts

A place to explore, reflect on, and appreciate Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.

Bringing Ghana’s Past to Life

 Scenes of Yesteryears preserves and showcases Ghana’s cultural heritage through immersive life-sized scenes, cultural storytelling, and educational experiences.

Life-Sized
Scenes

Cultural Storytelling

Heritage
Education

Gift
Shop

Experience Ghana’s Heritage Up Close

 Walk through immersive scenes that bring Ghanaian traditions, everyday life, occupations, family customs, and cultural values into view.

Visit Us!

Monday - Saturday

MUSEUM HOURS:  8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Everything You Need to Know

Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

KC 712 Bournemouth Street, Potsin, Gomoa Potsin, Central Region, Ghana.

Admission rates vary for Ghanaian nationals and foreign visitors. Please visit the Admission & Rates page for the full rate card. Group discounts are available upon request, and valid student ID is required for student rates.

Yes. Scenes of Yesteryears welcomes school groups, families, tourists, researchers, and cultural enthusiasts. Group discounts are available upon request.

Yes. Visitors can purchase unique souvenirs and cultural memorabilia from the museum gift shop.

Snacks and refreshments can be arranged in advance for group visits and special events.

Step Into Ghana’s Living Heritage

 Discover the stories, traditions, and everyday lives that shaped Ghanaian communities through immersive life-sized scenes and cultural storytelling.