The National Arts Theatre, Iganmu is the primary centre for the performing arts in Nigeria. The monument is located in Iganmu, Lagos. The construction of this monument was completed in 1976 in preparation for the Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) in 1977. The collection of National Gallery of Modern Nigerian Art is housed in a section of this building.
Construction of The National Arts Theatre was started by the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon and completed during the military regime of General Olusegun Obasanjo. Its exterior is shaped like a military hat. It has a 5,000-seater Main Hall with a collapsible stage, and two capacity cinema halls, all of which are equipped with facilities for simultaneous translation of 8 languages.
What to do here?
Have a picnic with friends and family under the shades of a national monument designed as the cap of a Military General.
The National Art Theatre, Lagos is one of Nigeria’s most historical tour destination. It is an ideal tourist destination for Private and Group tours. It is educative for the children and it is a place of history and an architectural master piece. There is an art gallery if you are a lover of arts. Also take time out to enjoy the the unique sculptures, carvings on the walls, unique architecture, lakes, submerged bridges, roads, lawns, trees, thick bushes, horses and adventurous picnickers who are enjoying the ambiance of this National Monument
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