Opened on the 16th of June 2002, this museum was built in memory of Hector Pieterson, a twelve year old who was one of the first casualties of the uprising in 1976. Over 500 people were killed in this protest against the forced use of Afrikaans, as a medium of instruction in the township schools. The museum is made of red brick like the surrounding dwellings and has a cathedral-like feel to it. One sad fact is that there is no living picture of Hector available - his image is recorded only through the infamous pictures of his dead body being carried out by his schoolmate and sister. Also on display is a Death Register, photographs and videos. Not a happy place to visit, but one that forcibly reminds visitors of South Africa's very recent troubles. Call ahead for more details.
This 436-seat theater is the venue for various art exhibitions and musicals, not only by professionals but also student groups. Equipped with modern technology, a great experience is guaranteed. Special ticket prices are offered to students and senior citizens. The Arts Center at University of Johannesburg has also been hosting the FNB dance umbrella event every year.
It is believed that our earliest ancestors lived in Africa over 200,000 years ago and as time passed, they migrated to the other continents like Asia, Europe, the Middle East and finally America. The Origins Centre is a world class facility which traces the evolution of man right through the ages. The exhibits will not fail to fascinate even the hardened believer. The center has five venues, which can be hired for private events and arrangements can also be made to include bands, dancers or other performing artists in a function. A visit to Johannesburg is not complete without a visit to the Origins Centre.
Alice Art Gallery is situated in the quiet suburb of Ruimsig in Johannesburg, South Africa. The gallery showcases some of South Africa's top artists and boasts the work of painters such as At Botha, Jonel Scholtz and F Motau, as well as the exquisite sculptures of Stephan Rautenbach. Alice Art Gallery also has a unique, child-friendly coffee shop where you can enjoy richly flavored brews or order from the à la carte menu while the kids play in the beautiful landscaped garden. The gallery can also be booked for special events, and the monthly "meet the artist" evenings are not to be missed. Fancy dabbing on some paint yourself? Then join up for one of the regular art classes with Margie Kaufman. - Zelda van Rensburg
Located on the Khumalo Street in Soweto, Hector Pieterson Memorial Site a poignant remembrance to the event on the day of 16 June 1976, set at the peak of apartheid in South Africa. On that day, a peaceful march carried out by school students in Soweto turned deadly with 20 students falling to the bullets of the police. Located couple of blocks away from the site that made Hector Pieterson the face of the student-struggle against apartheid across South Africa, the memorial is visited by tourists as well as locals in large numbers. The museum located on the Maseko Street displays photographs, audio-visual recordings and other artifacts that portray the youth struggle during the anti-apartheid campaign.
Esta zona de Johannesburgo cuenta con temáticas variadas y está repleta de historia. El Tribunal Constitucional de Sudáfrica, un símbolo en la lucha de Sudáfrica por la libertad, se encuentra hoy donde antiguamente la prisión Old Fort solía albergar criminales comunes y políticos hasta suu cierre en 1983. Tras estas paredes estuvieron encarcelados alguna vez figuras como Robert Sobukwe, Mahatma Gandhi y Nelson Mandela. El lugar fue transformado en un monumento de justicia. Ofrecen visitas guiadas e interactivas regulares.