It is small, but one must visit. Speak to locals there who lived thru this regime, and try to learn 'both sides' as there are many different opinions. The museum is free (donation box at end if desired). Many of the exhibits are not in English, so good to go with a translator or a guide. (There are many guides there who lived through this period & will share stories on this beyond horrific time.) NOTE -There is a lot more to be learned about this period and about this museum then what you see and learn there physically. Read. Try to speak to local people, especially the younger generations and their opinion and what is going on with the current government today.

The Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum is a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by those under oppressive regimes. The exhibits document the impact of the Red Terror in Ethiopia and provide a sobering look at the unconscionable acts of violence and injustice inflicted upon citizens of Ethiopia. The museum is incredibly poignant and serves as a platform to deliver an important message: those who have suffered under a violent government have a voice and it must be heard. Additionally, it is free to enter, making it an accessible place to learn and remember. Apart from the physical museum, there is much to be learned from discussions with locals. It is important to gain insight from those who lived through the Red Terror and can provide multiple perspectives on the political situation at the time. It is equally as important to speak to the younger generations and understand their views of life today in comparison. The museum, plus conversations with those affected, offer a deeper understanding of the past and the present.

Free entrance, Its good to k that about yesterday to predict our tomorrow, its one of the darkest periods of our country, Sadly its still happening twin brothers killing each other. Its sad knowing that there will be another museum in the next decades like this. Good place to visit

With the slogan at the gate "Never Again", this memorial museum shows the extreme cruelty of ones own citizens on their brothers, sisters, mother & fathers. After visiting the museum you will fight with your tears to the end. If people are set free and legally backed up to do their evil will, there is no limit to the tragedy they can execute. They will kill you in front of your mother/father simply because they can. This museum partially shows the most tragic days of Ethiopia and Ethiopians by Ethiopians during the blood-thirsty regime of Mengistu Hailemariam's Dergue.

Unfortunately, the museum is currently closed for repairs. At the end of June during a festival, stones were thrown at the guard post and the museum. Unsure when it will open back up, but not likely for a while.

Mostly based on photographs and some old dressing items, this museum explains the history of Addis Ababa. The panels are self explanatory and guide you from the first establishments to the present times. Very useful for those who love history as well as for those who want to know and understand the city better. For the rest of the people (not history lovers or even kids) a bunch of old clothing, some guns and lots of black and white photos might be a little boring, and while I was fully entertained, I say it because saw the faces of a family with kids while in there (they were all rushing to the door due to the pressure from the youngsters). Entrance prices (as of Sept. 2017) were 10 birr for locals and 50 birr for foreigners.

It’s a small, simple museum. It’s more of a memorial than a museum. It has problems with illumination and the content is grim. But there are some quality documentary artifacts and a some simple highlights. It take less than 20 minutes. The staff are kind and the entry is free. Narration, background or explanation would be helpful to better contextualise the space.

It's a modest and concise museum, easily doable under 1hr. Powerful and thought-provoking, the museum deals with the atrocities conducted under the communist Mengistu regime that ruled Ethiopia from 1974 to the early 90s. The museum is best enjoyed with one of the friendly guides at the front desk. They'll guide you free of charge, and our guide was himself a survivor of the political violence. The museum is not for the faint-hearted and probably not appropriate for very young children. If you get a chance, definitely pay it a visit.

For a curious person who wants to discover the history of Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa Museum is a perfect place to learn and entertain. The museum has in its collection all the Mayor's of the city since its formation. There are a collection of artefacts and materials that provide depth to the city's history. The Addis Ababa Museum is located at a high ground and you can strech your self more than half of the city from its top view.

Very interesting museum about an unfortunate time in history. It would be nice to see a consistent upkeep of this place. I went to visit in December of 2022. The entrance had no glass/windows, no lights on the inside, & someone on the outside asking for money to be my guide. I turned the guy down and went inside on my own.

An important point of view from unheard voices. Most museums show one side of the governmental experience Ethiopians encountered. This museum is dedicated to those who endured unfair treatment. This is a pay as you wish museum.

It is a great museum. You can see the history of Addis Ababa in a beautiful and interesting pictures. I enjoyed my visit in the Museum.

An interesting experience. Very fascinated with the detailed prose of the Homo Sapien specie. You can't help but be moved by the level of research and visual presentation. I especially enjoyed meeting the famous Lucy and educating myself on the lives of early humans. Africa truly is the birthplace.

The "Red Terror" Martyrs' Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa was established in 2010 as a memorial to those who died during the Red Terror under the Derg government. The museum has displays of torture instruments, skulls and bones, coffins, bloody clothes and photographs of victims.

This museum is currently closed as I write this in the beginning of January 2023! It was a great small museum to understand how the 17 years rule of the Communist Derg rule was in Ethiopia. So, plan visiting other sites in Addis Ababa instead, if you were planning to visit it originally.

A significant period in the history of Ethiopia but the museum is poorly curated. Still worth a visit as those that do not remember history are condemned to repeat it. Free to visit - they do ask for donations at the end. Only takes 30 minutes tops.

Small museum with random opening hours (I went there twice around afternoon and it was closed, had luck the third time. Not surprised, welcome to Ethiopia). Rooms with various photos, paintings, bones and skulls. No entry fee, donate whatever you want (I donated 10 etb).

Historical place which shows the history of addis ababa the capital city of Ethiopia from discovery time by Empress Taytu to current time. The place used to be the office of governors of addis ababa

Kind of lackluster. The archeology is interesting but not wowing. The cultural history sections lack descriptors. Good art on the upper floors. Still worth a visit because it’s dirt cheap, just manage your expectations.

Important to have a place to remember the people who suffered.

(Translated by Google) A little creepy No admission fee and donation (Original) 조금 섬뜩함 입장료 없고 기부함 있음

very interesting

Nice museum of historical importance to visit. Entrance is free but a donation box is near the exit. Plenty of English signs, so not necessary to have a guide to go there.

An amazing museum that is currently closed due to intermediate damage to the exterior sustained during riots in July. I can only hope that they re-open this gem of a museum soon, as it offers one of the most in depth looks into the Derg’s regime I’ve ever seen.

history of Ephiopia

This museum has a very important message and some of the displays Inside you will not forget. While the staff are willing to fill in the gaps and the signs in the museum are in English, there should be more Information about the historical, social and political context that these terrible events took place in. The museum is free but you can leave a donations. 30 mins maximum required to view exhibits.

They could do better to manage the museum. It's very neglected with little lighting that would provide some much needed illumination to the sad tales there.

I am so glad that we have this museum. There are so many youth without being burried with respect. They were left to rotten on the street. It is a clisure to many many victims family. My cousin, fresh college graduate from Alemaya university got killed. When his name got called, he knew he is going to be killed and gave his watch to a prisoner to give it to his mom (my aunt). He got killed. The Mom didn't believe he got killed and waiting for him for so many years with hope. Then when the regime collapsed, she thought her son might come home which he didn't . At this time she knew her youngest son is killed. Short after she died of depression. I am hoping now to build a museum for Amharas who have been killed in the last 32 years by Meles Zenawi & by OLF Abiy Ahemed regime. Specially in the last 5 years Amharas are butchered by extreem Oromo peopke everywhere in the Oromia region. Hope when the time comes , we will errect a monument for all Amharas who are killed brutally.

Large collection. Diverse and from different historical times. A bit boring and was very empty when I visited.

(Translated by Google) Not good for children (Original) Não é bom para levar crianças

Awesome

Я не знаю что такое красный террор,но могу сказать одно.Безумный безумец падет под натиском крабов.

Very sad. Displays torture methods used, photos of anti- gov activists, and much much more. Near the end of the visit just before you exit there is a room filled with the skeletal remains of citizens who were murdered by the regime. Very sad!!!

Chinese government needs to learn from it.

Wow it is so nice

Very Impressive. I realized how much historic value Ethiopia has by looking at the monuments.

museum

it is a nice library with collection of books including history of Addis Ababa

Is a place that everyone as a person must never forget !!! Several innocent people died who had nothing to do with the matter. This fact has to be told again and again from generation to generation. Thanks to the people who created this place so that we can all be part of the story. Thank you

(Translated by Google) Wow (Original) Waw

(Translated by Google) The cost of sightseeing for foreigners is 50 Birr. The exhibitions are located on two floors of a nineteenth-century wooden building. Rucksack checks before entering. Exhibits are photos, weapons and a beautiful court stand. Upstairs, something like an art gallery. Gifts from friendly countries are also shown. In the complex toilet. A beautiful view of Addis Ababa's new cattle. (Original) Koszt zwiedzania dla obcokrajowców to 50 Birr. Ekspozycje znajdują się na dwóch piętrach dziewiętnastowiecznego budynku drewnianego. Przed wejściem kontrola plecaków. Eksponaty to zdjęcia, broń i piękne stoję dworskie. Na piętrze coś w rodzaju galerii sztuki. Pokazane są też prezenty od zaprzyjaźnionych państw. Na terenie obiektu toaleta . Piękny widok na nowe bydynki Addis Abeby.

Fascinating

it was very nice visit i learned a lot and it's all thanks to EMANUEL he was very helpful

(Translated by Google) Poor ... (Original) Slabe...

Nice place

(Translated by Google) Human miseries, but you have to visit (Original) Miserias humanas, pero hay que visitarlo

Carefully maintained museum with wonderful volunteer guides. Free entrance. Some items are not labeled in English, but only in amharic. However the guide is helpful and willing to translate

if u wanna know the independence of Ethiopian's people from military domination, must go there...no entry charge & guide will give u a clear idea about it.....

It's a small museum reminding the horrors of internal war in this desert landscape. They could have organized well by giving the date timelines of the internal war with more details of the root causes like hunger, internal strife etc. Pictures and information is very random and a reminder of the destructive forces unleashed by human nature suddenly. If you look at the history of every country on the planet, it's same. Maybe nature plays mysterious role in destructive power like this to balance the population and scarcity of resources for future generations.

A heartbreaking experience, but a period in time that should not be forgotten.

A museum to visit for those who are interested in knowing the recent past of Ethiopia. Helpful to discover the history of this regime still mostly unknown in Europe. Free entrance but possible to leave a donation.

It's easy to get to, even with public transport. It provides great insight into Ethiopia's tumultuous past. There's an entire room dedicated to a mass grave and has the bones of actual people stockpiled from the floor to the ceiling. You're allowed to take pictures of the artifacts as long as you keep the flash off.

This museum is a must if one wants to learn about Ethiopia's recent past. The Derg regime is only 30-40 years away. The museum is small, but very effective in conveying the terror which the Ethiopian people faced daily during Mengistu Hailemariam. Be prepared for strong exhibitions towards the end of the tour (human remains).

Sad museum with graphic details. But the museum is in bad condition and needs to be renovated. The guard's family was part of this and was killed.

The museum is in dire need of urgent maintenance, encompassing various aspects such as the facade, painting, and the repair of broken windows. Additionally, there are other tasks that demand attention. Nevertheless, the exhibition held within the museum remains significant, as it sheds light on a particularly tumultuous period in Ethiopian history.

So poor

(Translated by Google) I don't like terror (Original) Мне не нравится террор

The museum is closed because damages inflicted during a riot in spring 2022.

Horror, pity about the past, reminder of the wrong, learning curve, must see thoigh....

The place is great and with a free entrance but it is temporarily closed.

Very Memorial

Learnt alot about the human origin from their museum. Loads of cool archaeological things to see.

Visited here with my family. it was very insightful and informational. i learned A lot of information about this time in ethiopia. there is no cover charge but they accept donations. trust me by the end of your visit you will want to donate ❤️

(Translated by Google) A very impressive place but it lacks data, it is armed for someone who knows what it is about, if he arrives ignoring the story he does not understand the context, it is also very hard to see what happened in the country (Original) Un lugar muy impresionante pero le faltan datos, esta armado para alguien que sepa de que se trata, si llega ignorando la historia no entiende el contexto, igualmente es muy duro ver lo que paso en el pais

(Translated by Google) Very good museum, the exhibition is very well organized. (Original) Muy buen museo, la muestra está muy bien organizada.

To remember bad and do best for FURTHER.

Impressive...

wow great museum !!!

A well designed museum for putting a sad state in visitors mind. It has a collection of some written as well as photos of what happened in the Red Terror era of the Derg regime. At the last section it has a collection of recovered skulls from mass Graves discovered in some areas in and around the capital Addis.

historically developed design

So rich in history, make a point of visiting when in Addis, you won't regret

God bless Ethiopia and not any other nation

"NEVER, EVER AGAIN" 🤔🤔🤔

(Translated by Google) Small museum on Meskel Square. Free but a donation is welcome. There are pictures of the victims and the dictator. The strong impressions that remain to me are these remains of bones with the photos of the victims. The note that I put is about the tourist attraction for someone who does not know the history of Ethiopia and who would have little time. For families of victims or those interested in history, the interest of this museum is obvious. (Original) Petit musée sur Meskel Square. Gratuit mais une donation est la bienvenue. On y voit des photos des victimes et du dictateur. Les impressions fortes qui me restent sont ces restes d'os avec les photos des victimes. La note que je mets concerne l'attrait touristique pour quelqu'un qui ne connait pas l'histoire de l'Éthiopie et qui n'aurait que peu de temps. Pour les familles de victimes ou les personnes intéressées par l'histoire, l'intérêt de ce musée est évident.

Peek into ET history during the dreg regime Somber place An eye opener into past atrocities Lives lost on exhibit Modest plc Nothing fancy Too many people lost their lives during this time No entry fee Donations only

Nothing much to see, 15 maximum minutes you will spend here, remember to donate too.

Amazing details and Photography

Nice museum

Elegant Museum

Not much at this museum for the amount they charge for admission.

Nice

a very nice museum which tells you a lot about the ancient pre-historic history. A must see when in Addis Ababa. Like in all places in Ethiopia ... people working there are very helpfull an friendly

(Translated by Google) Under the genocidal regime of Mengistu, 500,000 people were murdered between 1976 and 1978 (at this time alone). This space pays tribute to the victims - you can see the picture of dozens of them - and gives you the opportunity to better understand the trauma of many Ethiopians still today. (Original) Sous le régime génocidaire de Mengistu, 500 000 personnes ont été assassinées entre 1976 et 1978 (rien qu'à cette période). Cet espace rend hommage aux victimes - vous pouvez notamment y voir la photo de plusieurs dizaines d'entre elles - et vous donne l'opportunité de mieux comprendre les traumatismes de beaucoup d'éthiopiens encore aujourd'hui.

Nice

Small building on the roof of the central Addis Ababa with little history about old Kings and culture of ethiopia,

Fantastic place

Amazing place

(Translated by Google) Yes (Original) አው

Addis Ababa Museum is all about Addis and its Political History! You shouldn’t expect to get a lot out of it since the capital city is established in 1886, the museum has all the story of Addis and Addis only. It was surprising for me to find such a quite place in the middle of Addis which is usually a loud area. The compound is also attractive and surprising to find such decent museum after those stares.

The restaurant is one of the best well decored restaurants in Addis, and the food is African kitchen it is modest. A regular live music would certainly make it more cozy.

(Translated by Google) A museum worth a visit displays part of the conflict between the communist camp and the royal camp in Abyssinia and the days of the civil war there (Original) متحف يستحق الزيارة يعرض جزء من الصراع بين المعسكر الشيوعي والمعسكر الملكي في الحبشة وايام الحرب الأهلية هناك

It tells the history of Addis Ababa

Great place to learn history of Ethiopia

Profound!

Lovely museum. No admission fee.

make me remember African tyrant greedy politicians

It is a historical museum with detailed and interesting information of the Derg era.

I liked the locals. They tried to sell me things and I bought the stuff.

It's an essential place to visit if you are willing to know and understand how the "Durg" used to rule Ethiopia. Free entrance.