Originalmente se fundó en 1994 como un espacio de reunión de los ex residentes, el museo del Distrito 6 es una forma de guardar en la memoria la historia de la movilización forzosa y la marginalización que enfrentaron los residentes del distrito. Como parte del apartheid de Sudáfrica, más de 60.000 residentes de color fueron echados del distrito y reubicados en una zona árida conocida como Cape Flats, sus hogares se destruyeron para dar lugar a los colonos blancos. Actualmente el museo ofrece al público, exhibiciones didácticas cerca de la trágica historia de uno de los municipios más desprotegidos de Ciudad del Cabo. Las visitas guiadas por ex residentes del Distrito 6 están disponibles llamando con anticipación, pero los turistas pueden recorrer el distrito por su cuenta. Hay una librería y una cafetería en el sitio.
The city's showpiece theater (formerly known as the Nico Malan Theatre), Artscape was officially opened in May 1971, and became the home of the Cape Performing Arts Board (CAPAB). It has staged numerous opera, ballet, drama and music productions since, but has also been the scene for fashion shows, charity balls, art exhibitions and trade fairs. It offers a busy performance schedule with entertainment provided most Tuesday's to Saturday's.
Church Street is where you can find the AVA art gallery. It is most likely the one of the oldest not-for-profit galleries of the city and is dedicated to developing the contemporary visual art scene of South Africa. AVA regularly hosts month long exhibitions that showcase performances, paintings, installations, ceramics, and photographs. The gallery has roots that go back all the way to the year 1850 and their presence has definitely shaped the art of the city.
The South African Museum is situated at the top of Queen Victoria Street within the peaceful Company's Gardens. The museum exhibits the largest collection of meteorites in the country, and incredible life-like reproductions of animals, of which fossilized remains were discovered in the Karoo semi-desert. There is also a whale skeleton, some members of the aquatic world, and other specimen of flora. Adjoining the museum is the Planetarium, whose projectors replicate the heavens and illuminate the constellations over a 26,000 year time span. Shows and talks are given regularly.
The GrandWest is the sole casino in Cape Town, South Africa. It is also the biggest leisure destination of its type in the country. It operates the whole day, every day and all below one roof. Adults will surely enjoy the Las Vegas style Casino while the kids can enjoy the arcade games, the movies and the ice-skating. The GrandWest also houses a number a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops and nightclubs to cater to everyone’s desires.
Heading out of downtown Stellenbosch on the R310 is Spier Winery. The history of this winery is rich, with a cellar dating back to 1692, making it the oldest in South Africa. Spier is well-known in South Africa as being one of the finest wineries in the country and is the home of frequent art exhibitions, dance performances, and varieties of music. Spier is also on the cutting edge of organic farming projects and sustainable environmental planning. Available only at Spier are signature wines, aged to perfection, which won the award for the best wine in South Africa at Belgium's wine awards. Do not miss this one of a kind winery just outside of Stellenbosch.
The Stevenson art gallery, located in a building that goes by the name Buchanan in the suburb of Woodstock, features works of talented contemporary artists. Through its FOREX program, it has been able to exhibit works of internationally renowned artists such as Thomas Hirschhorn, Walid Raad, Glenn Ligon and Rineke Dijkstra. This gallery is the genuine article, the real deal and the real McCoy in all of Cape Town. The expansive space, the depth and the information provided by the staff make it both moving and informative. Even if it’s your first visit to the gallery, you will feel at home, in your element and never out of depths. Quickly, you are in the company of fellow art lovers in what is a very pleasant experience in conviviality. Regardless of whether it’s a seasoned art lover, a dilettante or just someone looking for a pleasant afternoon, Stevenson has something for everyone’s palate. Or should we say “palette?” Admission is free.
The Bronze Age brings stunning sculptures and statutes in bronze to the neighborhood of Woodstock. The foundry utilizes various techniques of bronze casting like the use of sand or lost wax. Several artists and sculptors make use of their services. They also have their own team of artists and sculptors that work on commission and often collaborate with other artists. The gallery serves as a place to showcase the work of up-and-coming artists while the studio sells smaller practical pieces as furniture or decorations like bowls, tables and carved skulls.
This exquisitely designed art gallery was opened in the year 2010 by director and owner Christian Barnard. The gallery is situated in Newlands. It is known for being the home of a select yet modest set of contemporary artists. Many of whom have been well received and awarded for their work. Collaborative projects, group shows and solo exhibitions keep the gallery busy all year round.
On Main Road in Kalk Bay, Cape Town, you will find the Kalk Bay Theatre. It is an intimate and quaint performing arts theatre with a capacity of 79 seats. It also houses a restaurant that serves scrumptious food in a cozy setting You can drop by or make a reservation if you are looking to grab dinner, drinks or even coffee and then enjoy a entertaining show after.
In the year 1999, The Cape Town Holocaust Centre was established. It is the site for remembering and learning from the old times. It honors the over six million Jews that were victims of the Holocaust and Nazi terror. It spreads knowledge on consequences of racism, discrimination and prejudices while promoting the importance of valuing human rights.
Located in the Clock Tower, the Cape Town Diamond Museum pays homage to the precious diamond. With a variety of exhibits that includes, the history of the gem and the diamond rush of South Africa, the making of rough diamonds into sparkling beauties and replicas of the most well known diamonds in the world, this is a museum worth visiting. Take a guided tour or simply walk around and gaze at the beautiful polished stones here.