Nairobi: McMillan Memorial Library Guided Tour

Explore the McMillan Memorial Library in Nairobi on a guided tour. Discover rare African literature, early newspapers, and historic artifacts as you learn about the library’s history.
Begin your tour at the entrance of the McMillan Memorial Library, a striking stone building located in the heart of Nairobi’s city center. Built in honor of Sir William Northrup McMillan, the library has served as a hub of knowledge for nearly a century.

With your professional guide, step through its historic doors and explore the library’s original reading halls, complete with polished wooden floors, vintage furniture, and archival photographs. Learn about its contrasting past — from its early days as an exclusive colonial institution to its transformation into a public heritage site open to all.

Discover rare African literature, early newspapers, historic artifacts, and special collections curated by local archivists. Your guide will highlight architectural details, restoration work, and the building’s cultural significance in Nairobi’s development.

This immersive visit provides an eye-opening look at Nairobi’s intellectual history and the enduring importance of libraries as community spaces.

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