Origins Centre

The Origins Centre boasts an extensive collection of rock art affording visitors the opportunity to view the earliest images made by humans, found in South Africa. We seek to restore the African continent to its rightful place in history – the beginning of mankind’s journey to humanity. The museum is also home to a vast array of palaeoanthropological, archaeological and genetic materials. These include ancient tools, artifacts of spiritual significance to early humans and examples of the region’s striking rock art.

The Origins Centre hosts public lectures by researchers and academics from Wits and around the world to present on their research and projects,

Lectures usually take place in the evening starting at 18:00 for 18:30 or on Saturday mornings

Exhibitions @ Origins Centre

Activity Days are fun events for the whole family. Each event has a different topic and theme.

Museum Walkabout: discuss the neuroscience of love and the power of community with neurologist and brain health consultant, Dr. Kirti Ranchod.

Come together for series of performances celebrating our roots and cultural legacy The Heritage Day celebration at Origins Centre Museum will be a vibrant and immersive cultural event recognizing South Africa`s rich heritage and diverse artistic expressions. With a focus on community engagement and cultural promotion, this event is set to offer a unique platform for emerging artists and provide a memorable experience for attendees.