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Inema Arts Centre, Kigali

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Take in the contemporary African arts at Inema Arts Centre, a gallery and workshop for artists in residence. Run in a large house by two brothers, both self-taught painters, the center has installations in the garden and provides a venue for a number of art-related projects sponsored by international foundations. Browse the pieces exhibited, including colorful abstract art and spray-painted Volkswagen classics, and admire the hilltop terrace's sweeping view over the suburbs. Off site, the art center also runs a gallery in a suburban restaurant. Take a look at our Kigali online itinerary planner to schedule your visit to Inema Arts Centre and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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  • Inema Arts Centre in Kigali is a vibrant cultural hub that showcases the best of Rwandan arts and crafts. With its modern facilities, well-curated exhibitions, and engaging events program, Inema is... 
    Inema Arts Centre in Kigali is a vibrant cultural hub that showcases the best of Rwandan arts and crafts. With its modern facilities, well-curated exhibitions, and engaging events program, Inema is...  more »
  • Large space on two floors with multiple rooms. Features one or two artists along with samples of art by several others. Offers an active community arts program. 
    Large space on two floors with multiple rooms. Features one or two artists along with samples of art by several others. Offers an active community arts program.  more »
  • The art is amazing but keep in mind that this is a super high end galleria. So unless you have 4K minimum you won’t be walking away with a piece. Very nice art to see. 
    The art is amazing but keep in mind that this is a super high end galleria. So unless you have 4K minimum you won’t be walking away with a piece. Very nice art to see.  more »
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  • Lovely place with lovely art promoting local artists and training orphaned children and those living around the community. The latte I had at the cafe was also very good and every part of the center was artistic. There were local artsy items on display for sale like ornaments, bags etc and various collections from all around Africa There was a dance and song practice by the children in the evening also.
  • The staff were amazingly friendly. They let us take pictures and were really helpful in general. The art pictures are really intriguing. They currently have an amazing "tech gorilla" at the center and its just magnificent 👌. There is a cosy coffee place inside too. I would definitely visit again
  • Entry at Inema Arts Gallery is FREE. You get to see some very nice artwork from Creative artists. The best day to go is Thursday afternoon to evening coz they have a the local Rwandan Dance. The Inema Coffee Shop also has happy hour. You can also buy art to take home with you.
  • Friendly and welcoming. This gallery started the art movement here in Rwanda 10 years ago and gave birth to all other galleries in Kigali. Of all the galleries I visited, the art here is priced the most aggressively with sticker shock up to $50,000 USD per piece. Some nice pieces for sure. Come and give Inema a look and enjoy a coffee at their cafe.
  • I found someone at the entrance who was very friendly. He showed me around, answered all my questions and even helped me find my way to the Rwanda Art Museum. The art pieces are amazing! The joint is worth stopping by if you are an art enthusiast and you find yourself in Kigali.

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