Kenya - Obtain Licence to Operate a Private Museum

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Procedure

The application should be in writing and should provide evidence

• that the application has a facility which qualifies to be used as a museum within the meaning of the law;
• that the applicant already has in his possession a substantial collection for exhibition;
• that the applicant is able to provide professional and authoritative expertise and advice in relation to the proposed activities of the museum to the public;
• of the tenure building in which the proposed museum is located; and
• of the name and qualifications of the proposed curator for the museum.

After considering application the Legal officer may;

• grant the licence without conditions;
• grant the licence, subject to such conditions as he may consider appropriate;
• direct that the premises in respect of which the application is made be modified in a specified manner and the application for the licence resubmitted; or
• refuse the application, and give reasons for the decision.

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Required Documents

• A research proposal
• Curriculum vitae
• Proof of funding to run a private museum
• Application form

Office Locations & Contacts

National Museums of Kenya Corporate Headquarters
Museum Hill
P.O. BOX 40658- 00100
Nairobi,Kenya.
E-mail: [email protected]
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel:+254721308485
Tel: +254-20-8164134
Website:Link

Eligibility

Operators of private museums

Fees

Application Fee: Ksh. 10,000/=

License Fee: Ksh. 10,000/=

Validity

One year

Documents to Use

Application Form for License to operate Private Museum

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

Maximum Processing Time: Two weeks

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Instructions

The application should be in writing and should provide evidence-

• that the application has a facility which qualifies to be used as a museum within the meaning of the law;
• that the applicant already has in his possession a substantial collection for exhibition;
• that the applicant is able to provide professional and authoritative expertise and advice in relation to the proposed activities of the museum to the public;
• of the tenure building in which the proposed museum is located; and
• of the name and qualifications of the proposed curator for the museum.

An application for a licence is considered in regard to;

• the legal status of the applicant, including, in the case of a corporate person;
• whether the items collected and exhibited in the proposed museum shall be alive or non-live;
• whether the materials are secured in the long-term for the public benefit;
• whether the applicant has formal arrangements to manage and exhibit the collection; and
• whether the materials in the collection were acquired following the appropriate law.

The applicant should demonstrate access to full time professional conservation advice for the maintenance of the museum.

The applicant should provide evidence that the museum has taken adequate steps to ensure the safety and security of the collection.

Required Information

• Name of Applicant
• Address
• Professional Qualifications
• Number of Staff employed
• Qualifications of Staff
• Whether you have a full-time curator
• Name of Premises to be registered
• Location (L.R No., Physical Address)
• Name of Town Situated in
• Tenure
• Visitors facilities available
• Materials to be exhibited
• The contribution to National Heritage
• How the material were acquired
• Name and address of source of materials
• Country of origin
• Where the materials exhibited in country of Origin

Need for the Document

A private museum is a privately owned museum other than a national museum, which is open to the public.

Information which might help

The applicant should have in his employment a professional curator for purposes of managing the museum.

A curator should have the following qualifications

• a relevant degree from a recognized university or specialized knowledge of the subjects covered by the museum; or
• a diploma in museum studies from a recognized institution of learning or equivalent qualifications from an accredited institution of learning; and
• relevant experience of the principles and practice of museum operations and management.

The applicant may be required to demonstrate that the museum has a sound financial basis by submitting

• its budget;
• accounts for the previous two years; and
• supporting documents for the long-term security of the museum building, including the tenure.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

To regulate all activities of the Private Museum

To protect Kenyan's National Heritage from being excavated or collected in the field by unqualified professionals.

External Links

Licence to operate a Private Museum

National Museums and Heritage (Private Museums) (Licensing) Regulations, 2008

National Museums of Kenya (NMK)

Others

National Museums of Kenya (NMK) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament, the Museums and Heritage Act 2006. NMK is a multi-disciplinary institution whose role is to collect, preserve, study, document and present Kenyas past and present cultural and natural heritage. This is for the purposes of enhancing knowledge, appreciation, respect and sustainable utilization of these resources for the benefit of Kenya and the world, for now and posterity. NMKs mutual concern for the welfare of mankind and the conservation of the biological diversity of the East African region and that of the entire planet demands success in such efforts.

In addition, NMK manages many Regional Museums, Sites and Monuments of national and international importance alongside priceless collections of Kenyas living cultural and natural heritage. As an institution that must respond to the growing needs of the society, NMK is striving to contribute in a unique way to the task of national development.