The historic house at 3233 Nokukhanya Luthuli Street, Groutville, KwaDukuza, where Chief Albert Luthuli and his family lived, was declared a national institution and was officially opened, as the Luthuli Museum, in August 2004. The event drew an audience of 15 000 people, a testament to the esteem in which Chief Luthuli is held, locally, nationally and globally. The museum honours the life of an extraordinary leader spent in the service of humanity, in the fight for human rights and dignity. This site is a significant beacon in the history of South Africa’s liberation struggle.

It was here that Chief Luthuli often held meetings late into the night, in spite of repeated bannings, with other ANC leaders like Nelson Mandela, to find ways to advance the struggle for freedom. A leader of vision, courage and strong principles, Chief Luthuli’s advice and opinion was sought by eminent people from a range of political persuasions.  The historic house museum is framed against a backdrop of emerald green hills and tranquil blue skies which can mesmerise the visitor into believing that Chief Luthuli led an idyllic life here. This 21st Century museum co-exists side by side with the peri-urban Groutville community creating an interesting aesthetic and experience that is unique to South Africa. Nearby are the statue of Chief Luthuli, his gravesite, and the site of his fatal accident.

Visitors to the museum will enjoy a comprehensive exhibition on Chief Luthuli’s life. The Interpretative Centre hosts regular temporary exhibitions, educational programmes and documentary screenings; archival material is available to researchers. The garden at the museum is magnificent and peaceful and is able to host corporate functions with up to 250 guests. Guided tours of the museum and the Luthuli Gravesite (gravesite on request) are offered.
The Museum is closed on Good Friday; Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Entrance: FREE
Open: 8.30am–4pm (Mon-Sat); 11am–3pm (Sunday, Public holidays)
 t 032 559 6822 f 032 559 6806
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