East New Britain Historical and Cultural Centre

Kokopo, Papua New Guinea

Project Summary :

This project is for a new multi-use facility focusing on static but educational exhibitions along with some office space. The facility will be a permanent museum exhibition displaying: -

• War relics;
• Local culture and ethnographic art;
• Natural history;
• Earth science including vulcanological exhibit;
• Pre and post colonization information;
• Artifacts, which are currently decaying due to lack of appropriate storage space.

The project will also provide space for: -

• A locally run museum shop;
• Offices for the Tourism Authority and other selected businesses;
• A wildlife sanctuary and aviary; and
• An Education Centre including interactive activities for children, an area for local artists to sell handicrafts and a small conference room and/or classroom.

Latest Update :

AWF have presented a proposal to the East New Britain Tourism Authority and are awaiting their response to continue with the project.