Ditsong: National Museum of Natural History

Ditsong National Museum of Natural History preserves and showcases South Africa’s rich natural heritage through fossils, skeletons, mounted animals, insects, reptiles, amphibians and other scientific collections. Founded in 1892, the museum is particularly known for hominid fossils from the Cradle of Humankind, including Mrs Ples. It also provides educational programmes, research opportunities and engaging exhibitions for visitors, students and families.