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William Humphreys Art Gallery.

Art museum

Museum showcasing a broad range of art, from European master paintings to contemporary local work. People often mention visit, gallery, collection, experience, staff, great,


Address

1 Cullinan Cres, Civic Centre, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa

Website

www.whag.co.za

Contact

+27 53 831 1724

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (174 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: 8 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Patson M. 1 year ago on Google • 46 reviews
    Housing an excellent connection, William Humphreys has wide variety of works across a wide spectrum. In particular I was fascinated and pleased to see the art work done by inmates in local prisons.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen B. 3 years ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Our second visit to this magnificent museum. Managed by the most wonderful, caring and passionate staff, they were extremely welcoming and happy to see us and made our visit even more special. Unfortunately the fabulous tea room did not survive COVID 😭😭, so no delicious tea and scones. Still an extensive and exciting art collection well laid out and a pleasure to visit. Please people visit this wonderful museum, they need our support! Unfortunately no photos inside, but some lovely art work outside. Come artists and art lovers you must visit!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert U. 1 year ago on Google • 294 reviews
    This was an unexpected treat, given the dilapidated state of the entire city. I was surprised that such a scruffy town could still contain such a precious gem. WHAG contains an impressive collection of classical, historic and contemporary South African art. Entrance was free, but no photography was allowed. It would have been great if the gallery shop sold a book containing highlights from the collection, since little information about the artworks are provided (and visitors aren't allowed to take pictures). Furthermore, it would have been lovely to support the gallery through an operationsl tea garden. WHAG is a must for any art-lover somehow finding themselves in this odd town.

  • 5/5 Adrian J. 5 years ago on Google • 203 reviews
    How anyone can give this gallery less than five stars is insane. You will be hard pressed to find a gallery in the whole of South Africa with such an incredible display of art, with a token cost of R5 to get in. There are pieces from all era’s and some really significant artists’ works are on display. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 antoinette m. 5 years ago on Google
    Relaxing place to be, kids are allowed and there is a coffee shop available
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 SS 7. 4 years ago on Google
    Art gallery
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prosper M. 4 years ago on Google • 108 reviews
    Good place to view local international and contemporary art. They have a place for the kids to colour stuff🎨🎨🎨🎨. I loved the “dog of war“. The staff there is awesome.

  • 5/5 Dean H. 4 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Had no idea that this gallery was so big inside. The staff was super friendly, I wish I took their names. At only R5 a ticket, and entrance for my daughter free, I think it is a must for any person living in, or visiting Kimberley to experience. There is so much to see, from paintings dating back to the 1600's, to modern exhibitions. Lovely place.

  • 5/5 Khomotjo M. 1 year ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Beautiful place that's got a range of amazing art, wonderful pictures and paintings. If you love art it's a go to area. Am happy.

  • 5/5 Ferreira H. 5 years ago on Google
    Exquisite, insightful collection

  • 4/5 Tina B. 5 years ago on Google
    A fabulous collection of all types of artwork. Well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Elsa K. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best kept galleries with an extraordinary collection

  • 5/5 Johanna A. 5 years ago on Google
    Brilliant maintained, beautiful and exceptional pieces. Well done Kimberley

  • 5/5 Nadia N. 5 years ago on Google
    It is very educational. If you love art the you'll love this place.

  • 5/5 NATHAN C. 5 years ago on Google
    Very informative, beautiful artworks. Worth a visit

  • 4/5 Kabelo M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very relaxing and inspiring environment. Definitely a good outing area

  • 5/5 Markus Van N. 5 years ago on Google
    Loved the place Very much worth the visit

  • 5/5 Dries de B. 5 years ago on Google
    If you are into art there are some exceptional works.

  • 5/5 Margaret T. 5 years ago on Google
    Stimulating experience enjoying the magnificent art

  • 3/5 Caroline D. 5 years ago on Google
    The part with the contemporary arts is nice but otherwise the rest is very boring and badly maintained.

  • 5/5 Danie Van Der L. 4 years ago on Google
    If art is your thing, that's the place to go

  • 2/5 Roaan van Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoy going there but the art is not all that mesmerizing but many pieces to enjoy not very nice parking...

  • 5/5 Robert S S. 7 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Contemporary art and Dutch masters in the middle of the most desolate place in South Africa. It was like finding water. A half day is needed to appreciate the permanent collection and the changing African artists. The film center and community focus makes this a very avant-garde program in a very modern facility. The lack of commercial input gives a purest perspective on the experience. No distraction from the art. The programming and facilities should be international examples for what is possible in areas where industry or nature have not already created incentives for tourism.

  • 5/5 Ryno van W. 2 years ago on Google
    What a great experience. I am not a art critique, but I can appreciate the effort that was put into the gallery to keep it neat and interesting. Up to date with new artists work.

  • 5/5 Lance F. 2 years ago on Google
    I love this place. Such a wide variety of works across a wide spectrum. A real island of peace and quiet in the city. Really worth the visit.

  • 5/5 Kyle J. 2 years ago on Google
    A great building for various exhibitions, though your experience may vary due to what is being exhibited at the time. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience.

  • 5/5 Chris S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful collection of well kept and curated art. Amazing staff, kind. Caring and considerate. I arrived at closing time (out of town visitor) and they allowed me in! Thanks so much! It means the world.

  • 5/5 Richard R. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant collection. Absolutely worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Chepape M. 8 months ago on Google
    One of the three national museums with incredible collections, timely exhibitions and engaging community art projects.

  • 5/5 Pierre R. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolutely lovely art gallery. I was really surprised at the quality and amount of art and sculptures on display. The staff was all super friendly and helpful. There are currently restrictions on the amount of people allowed in at the same time, but we were lucky and had the whole gallery to ourselves :)

  • 4/5 Alwyn B. 4 years ago on Google
    All the art is lovely and you can lots with all history

  • 4/5 Anchen Van R. 4 years ago on Google
    Gallery is awesome. Coffee shop is okay

  • 1/5 Moeketsi R. 3 years ago on Google
    Closed during office hours

  • 5/5 Gerrit P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great gallery, great people

  • 4/5 Shashaoka M. 4 years ago on Google
    A great place to see some artwork with beautiful layout.

  • 5/5 Abhinav K. 4 years ago on Google
    Brilliant staff, excellent collection!

  • 4/5 Appa van W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice.

  • 5/5 Santie O. 4 years ago on Google
    Kimberley's best kept secret. Fabulous place.

  • 5/5 Edwinah E. 4 years ago on Google
    Always something new to see. A must visit for anyone.

  • 5/5 OmphileK T. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 Ian M. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow!!!!!! The most impressive art gallery in the Southern hemisphere. A heavenly experience.

  • 5/5 Lawrence S. 4 years ago on Google
    Well worth a visit

  • 5/5 Talat 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place for art lovers in Kimberley!

  • 4/5 Freek V. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Jozelle C. 4 years ago on Google
    A treasure hidden in plain sight; genuinely breathtaking and refreshing to the eye. It's difficult not to experience every ounce of beauty and struggle bleeding through the paintings.

  • 5/5 Snenhlanhla Mmahlompho R. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 4/5 Venitia M. 4 years ago on Google
    The art gallery is beautiful. Next time I visit Kimberley, I will definitely visit again

  • 5/5 Joanne S. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome paintings, art, and a peaceful tea garden with great and friendly service from everyone!

  • 3/5 Leighton P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 Orren G. 4 years ago on Google
    My boy got most of his project information when we went there.

  • 5/5 Itumeleng M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great experience very enjoyable


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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