Nairobi: Entry Ticket to Egware Museum With Sculpting Class Entry Ticket and Sculpting Class

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ID: GYG1244498-O-1907581
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Country: Kenya

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Discover the history of Kisii soapstone at the Egware Museum. Learn about the people who keep the tradition alive, view curated pieces, and experience a soapstone sculpting class.
Begin your experience at the Egware Museum with a warm welcome and a brief overview of what to expect. Sign a waiver for participation in the sculpting class, with the option to opt in or out of photography. Meet your experience manager, who will guide you through the heritage of soapstone.

Learn about the land, the history, and the custodians of Kisii. Discover what makes Kisii soapstone unique, with each stone being as unique as human DNA. Learn about the craft and how the Abagusii started soapstone sculpting. Gain insight into the conveyor belt system that keeps the craft alive.

Hear about the museum's impact story, revenue generated from sculptures sold, and families supported since 2023 through the mother store, Bespoke Soapstone. View both contemporary and traditional pieces curated specifically for the museum and the story behind each piece.

See the Wall of Greatness, where the men and women who are custodians of this ancient art are brought to the limelight after years in obscurity by having their photos displayed. Visit the museum shop, where you can buy timeless pieces for your home or as gifts for your loved ones.

Finally, head to the sculpting studio for a real-time experience of Kisii soapstone sculpting with the guidance of a resident sculptor, a master of this ancient craft. Before the class begins, learn about safety and proper handling of the tools. Then, get a firsthand experience of what it takes to make beautiful art from soapstone.

Highlights

  • Discover the history of Kisii soapstone and its unique characteristics
  • Learn about the people who keep the soapstone sculpting tradition alive
  • View contemporary and traditional pieces curated specifically for the museum
  • Experience a real-time Kisii soapstone sculpting class with a master sculptor
  • Purchase timeless pieces for your home or as gifts for your loved ones

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Guests must sign a waiver for participation in the sculpting class
Sculpting class requires use of sharp tools
Photography is optional and requires consent
INCLUDED
  • Guided museum experience
  • Sculpting class
  • Introduction to Kisii soapstone heritage
  • Viewing of limited edition collection
  • Access to Wall of Greatness
  • Visit to Museum Shop
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food and drinks

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.