Slave Lodge Museum – Entrance Fee

The Slave Lodge, part of the Iziko South African Museum, offers a poignant look at the history of slavery in South Africa. It details the lives of slaves in Cape Town and their impact on the city’s development. The Slave Lodge is housed in one of Cape Town’s oldest buildings, originally constructed in the late 17th century. It was used as a slave accommodation and administration centre during the colonial period.

• Early Use: The building was initially constructed in the late 17th century, and it served as the residence for the Dutch East India Company’s governors. Its primary purpose was to provide accommodation for the officials who administered the Cape Colony.

Administration Building:

• Administrative Functions: After its use as a governor’s residence, the building was repurposed for various administrative functions. It housed the offices of the Dutch East India Company, which managed the affairs of the colony.