Koopmans-de Wet House is a former residence and current museum in Strand Street, Cape Town, South Africa. The house became part of the South African Museum in 1913 and was opened to the public on 10 March 1914. It was declared a National Monument under National Monuments Council legislation on 1 November 1940. It is the oldest house museum in South Africa.
Strand Street is one of the oldest and widest streets in Cape Town. Between 1664 and 1702 Strand Street was spoken of as Zee Straat. A Dutch East India Company (VOC) record of 1704 refers to it as Breete Strand Straat, while another calls it Breete Opgaande Straat no. I. In 1790 the matter was settled and name-boards with Strand Straat affixed to the corner houses.
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Greg Marshall | Feb 21, 2018
Fascinating insight into the history of Cape Town in the 18-19th century.A beautifully preserved Cape Town house with many original features, and period style furniture. A must for anyone interested in history, and particularly the history of early Cape Town.
Stephan von Meuleman | Apr 11, 2018
Beautifully presented period house. Do not miss the back courtyard
Adele Shapiro | Dec 13, 2016
Well preserved cape dutch colonial home. Excellent.
Trafficp Polokwane | Jan 5, 2017
Loved it wow so interesting worth the visit
Светлана Терехина | Feb 26, 2018
очень красиво.
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