Museum was really great although almost all of the information is in French or Arabic (two signs had some English). There's a really interesting collection of artifacts and on the second floor they have a cool model of traditional architecture in Oulata. One negative though is that we were almost kicked out by a security guard who threatened to call the police on us because he thought my friends cheap sunglasses (which were hanging from his shirt) were some kind of spy camera. After putting the sunglasses away he (not so stealthily) followed us around the museum.

This is a nice experience, especially the top floor. We didn’t take a guide and took about 20 minutes in total. Can easily fit into any schedule of a visit to Nouakchott.

Learned about how slavery is still common in Mauritania. Very sad.

Nothing in English. No history of Mauritania as a nation or discussion of ethnic groups. Has some pretty artifacts. Cost just 100 of local currency

A must see and visit museum, the tour is wonderful as the guide will give history of the land and the people, its beautiful and worth it.

Maybe some cleaning? Just an idea

Two floors with exhibitions both on the history of the region dating back to the first human presence as well as one on more modern times, wildlife, culture and tradition.

Pretty cool museum showcasing the cultural history of Mauritania. Pay in cash only. Bathroom available. The exhibits were well-kept and interesting. You don't need a guide, although you might want one if you can't read Arabic or French as the written explanations rarely included English. It can get very hot inside as there is no air conditioning or fans. I was in and out in a comfortable 20-30 minute visit.