NELSON MANDELA CAPTURE SITE
Nelson Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962 outside Howick,
Natal, South Africa. He spent the next 27 years of his life in prison.
The Nelson Mandela Capture Site commemorates this moment in history with a visitor centre and a world renowned sculpture.
The Apartheid Museum, together with the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, is calling on all learners from Grade 1 to 12 to enter the 2020 #MandelaDay 'Get Creative' competition.
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Under LEVEL 3, the Capture Site will be opening our doors soon.
Before you travel to the Capture Site, check the website for the most recent updates.
Sculpture - Opening soon. The date is to be confirmed as we test out systems and an opening date given by
Government. (go to 'Plan your Visit' for ticket prices)
Visitor Centre - Temporarily closed until further notice.
Cafe - Temporarily closed until further notice.
While the Capture Site is temporarily closed to the public, you can still visit us through our newly launched virtual tour...
COVID -19 UPDATE \ TEMPORARILY CLOSED
* effective from 25 March 2020
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