Kigali Arts Center
Kigali Arts Center
4.5
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
Kigali arts center is a hub of creative minds, founded by two former nyundo arts school (Ecole d'Arts de Nyundo) students KABANDANA Casmir and Fabrice GIRIHIRWE. The kigali arts center's mission is to expand and stimulate creativity for individuals, community and economic growth. kigali arts center provides space to talented artists specializing in contemporary african art. They produce paintings, Illustrations, sculpture and mixed media expressions and all works are displayed at the gallery at kigali arts center. Also you will find Books, Crafts, creative toys for kids and we serve all industries in different creative work. Kigali arts center provides a space to both beginners and professionals at the studio to express their ideas artistically. Kigali arts center is open daily from 8AM to 9PM ,it is located at kacyiru KG 649 st house 58
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Kate H
8 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
When it was suggested we visit here my first response was "I'm not really into art". Long story short I loved every piece of art work here and ended up buying one! Not only is the art beautiful, but the whole grounds, including the cafe is like a giant piece of beautiful art. Plus a percentage of the earnings go to helping homeless children in Kigali. I would definitely go back.
Written May 3, 2023
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Graham K
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
A Rwandan friend suggested I visit this local Kigali art gallery featuring new and emerging Rwandan artists. I'm so glad I did. The art is not only beautiful, but also interesting, colourful and uplifting. The artists are welcoming and friendly. I went to another, more prominent gallery as well, but came back here to buy two pieces for my home. I will hang them proudly.
Written November 30, 2018
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Achie
Kumasi, Ghana7 contributions
Nov 2018
Thoughts and dreams captured using art is just wonderful.
Really enjoyed the visit to this center.
Cool place to visit.
Really enjoyed the visit to this center.
Cool place to visit.
Written October 6, 2019
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Nathalie S
New York City, NY91 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
If you are craving for art and good cause, you will find both at the art center.
The 2 owners and self taught painters are great. Each room host a painter and you will have a good chance to see them working.
In addition if the gallery they host concerts...
Spend one to two hours there
The 2 owners and self taught painters are great. Each room host a painter and you will have a good chance to see them working.
In addition if the gallery they host concerts...
Spend one to two hours there
Written June 12, 2018
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Inner Traveler
Dhaka City, Bangladesh80 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
We found there a lot of paintings which are really good. The artists also used mixed media in an innovative way and the paintings are a true blend of trend and tradition. It was really nice to see those nice artworks. They are for an international audience and has a reasonable price for many people from developed countries. They also have innovative bags and small gift shop. They also organize painting and networking activities very often. I wish I stayed longer to attend one of them.
Written June 9, 2018
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Joshua J
Texas25 contributions
May 2018 • Family
We was lucky enough to meet some of the artists we purchased a few paintings and got some great rates
Written May 14, 2018
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Uwonkunda D
1 contribution
Mar 2018 • Business
Great art, good vibes! Thursday events are amazing.
Visit this gallery and you meet talented artists in Kigali
Visit this gallery and you meet talented artists in Kigali
Written April 2, 2018
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Harry B
Greensboro, NC13 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
We visited Cultural Arts Center with a World Race team. I was very impressed with program and story behind center. We had a great time- Dance and drum performance was impressive. The artists and artwork was very good- traditional and some contemporary and abstract works. Highly recommend if you have opportunity to visit.
Written March 4, 2018
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Hi Barry,
Thanks for your feedback!
We really appreciated your visit and we hope to see you again soon.
All the best,
Kigali Arts center team
Written March 19, 2018
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hyundy p
1 contribution
Aug 2017 • Friends
This is a cool art gallery with great art pieces. I wish we weren't traveling light and had some time to find a piece we could bring with us! and also do not miss their Networking night every Thursday
Written February 23, 2018
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Thanks for your feedback Hyundy, we really appreciated your visit.
We hope to see you again soon!
Written February 25, 2018
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kabandana p
11 contributions
Jan 2018 • Business
I really recommend Kigali Arts Center as the best place in Rwanda to visit, best painting, illustrations and graphics
Written January 15, 2018
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Hello, thanks for reaching out!
We work on saturdays from 8am-6pm and on sunday is by appointment only, you can call +250786216605 for more info, thanks
Written January 26, 2019
markolenzo
Kigali, Rwanda
Hello,
My friends want to buy more paintings, so is it possible to buy artworks there and you ship them in Texas?
Written November 28, 2017
Hello Mark!
Yes it is still possible as always!
All the best,
Kigali arts center team
Written December 3, 2017
hey there ,when are you going to have another painting exhibition?
Written November 18, 2017
hey there ,when are you going to have another painting exhibition?
Written November 18, 2017
hello Mark
we have an exhibition this coming december i will keep informing you the exact date for it.
and we really appreciate your visit!
we can't wait to see you here again
Thank you!
Kigali arts center Team
Written November 19, 2017
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