The first privately owned museum and cultural center in Ethiopia.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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At Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center, donations play a vital role in expanding our collection and preserving history. In August 2026, we had the distinct honor of receiving a generous donation of ceremonial garments and historical objects from the Ethiopian Heritage Authority. Such contributions enable museums like ours to showcase diverse perspectives on history, culture, and the arts while strengthening our collections.
To celebrate this valuable addition to our collection and to honor the esteemed donors who have been part of our four-year journey, Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center is proud to present the exhibition:
"The Architecture of Giving: How Donations Enriched Our Museum Space."
This exhibition also marks the close of the project "Standard Documentation and Digitalization of Museum Collections for Effective Heritage Management." Supported by The Heritage Management Organization and running throughout 2025 and 2026, the project's main objective was to inventory the museum's artifacts according to the national inventory standard issued by the Ethiopian Heritage Authority.
As a medium-sized private museum, we recognize how greatly the funding and collaboration with @the_heritage_nation have shaped the way we work. This project was the first international collaboration and support the museum has received, and it has influenced many of the partnerships we have formed since.
We sincerely thank the organization's team for their continuous support throughout the project's implementation!
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መልካም አዲስ ዓመት - Happy Ethiopian New Year!
Wishing everyone a bright and prosperous 2019🎈
-YZ Museum
#enkutatash #ethiopiannewyear #melkamaddisamet #Ethiopia #yzmuseum
"Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria Theresia — the Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women" is about more than just a famous coin.
Come see the rest of the story - visit us at YZ Museum.
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📢 Are you a history buff or an art lover looking to make a difference in your community?
Our private museum is looking for passionate individuals to join us as Administrative Assistant & Tour Guide Volunteers. This is your chance to go behind the scenes and help bring history to life!
1️⃣ What You Will Do
- Welcome Visitors: Be the friendly face of our museum.
- Lead Tours: Share fascinating stories as a museum guide.
- Support Operations: Help with light administrative tasks and scheduling.
2️⃣ What We Look For
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Reliability and a positive attitude.
- A love for local history, art, and culture.
3️⃣ Time Commitment
- Wednesday to Sunday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
No prior museum experience needed—we provide full training!
📨Ready to apply? Submit your cover letter and resume at [email protected].
Please include your phone number for callbacks!
- The YZ Team
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Some stories deserve to be seen more than once.
YZ's exhibition, in collaboration with the Austrian Embassy of Ethiopia, "Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria-Theresia, The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women" is leaving soon.
Come see it before it goes — and if you've already seen it, come back and experience it with fresh eyes.
-YZ
#YZMuseum #Austria #Ethiopia #History #Education
Happy Patriots' Victory Day! መልካም የአርበኞች ቀን!
Below: Photo of an Ethiopian ex-soldier's military medals.
Medals left to right:
Patriots Medal with 1 palm (awarded to those fighting in Ethiopia)
Refugees Medal with 4 palms (awarded to Ethiopians helping from outside the country)
Star of Victory Medal (1941) (awarded to all combatants)
Each palm represents one year of service.
Photo by Andrew Chadwick, description by Anglo-Ethiopian Society.
#YZmuseum #Ethiopia #history #culture #education
We’re honored to see @SZ feature our current exhibition at @yzmuseum.
The Maria Theresia Thaler is one of history's most remarkable trade coins, woven into Ethiopian commerce, culture, and daily life for centuries.
This recognition reflects both the enduring global impact of the history our exhibition explores, but also reflects YZ's meaningful work in connecting histories across continents.
Our thanks to Süddeutsche Zeitung for the feature! Below is a translated excerpt — the original article is in German.
Read more at: sueddeutsche.de/panorama/mar…
YZ's "Maria Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women" will be displayed until June 7th.
#YZmuseum #ethiopia #austria #education #history
Young voices took center stage at YZ Museum!
We celebrated the winners and participants of the essay competition "What Maria Theresia Means to You: Personally or in Relation to Ethiopia."
This theme sparked some truly fresh and powerful perspectives.
We were honored to welcome Ambassador Peter Huber, who joined us in awarding certificates and prizes to the remarkable winners and participants, alongside Ambassador @simoneknapp and distinguished delegates from the AustrianEmbassy.🇦🇹🇪🇹
Thank you all!
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By popular demand🎈
YZ's Exhibition "Maria Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women" has been extended until June 7th, 2026.
Come see it if you haven't already, and if you have, come again and bring your friends!
-YZ
#YZmuseum #Ethiopia #history #education #Austria
Saturday, we had the honor of hosting a special public lecture under the theme “Leading as a Woman: The Legacy of Maria Theresia.”
We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for such a thoughtful and inspiring conversation on women’s leadership, history, and legacy. It was a privilege to welcome distinguished guests, Ambassadors, and many members of the diplomatic and academic community.
A special thank you to Dr. Belete Bizuneh, Head of the Department of History and Archaeology at @AddisAbabaUnive, for delivering such an engaging lecture, and to the Austrian Embassy for their valued partnership and support.
As we mark International Women’s Day, we are proud that this event brought together voices and stories that celebrate women’s leadership across cultures.
Thank you all, Happy International Women's Day!
#InternationalWomensDay #YZMuseum #Ethiopia #History #Austria #Education #CulturalExchange
The highlight of this week at YZ!
We were delighted to welcome students from One Planet School to visit our newest exhibition, “Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria Theresia, The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women.”
A special thank you to their art teacher, Mr. Tetemke Hailesilassie, for bringing his students to experience the exhibition with us. We always love seeing young minds engage with art, history, and culture at the museum!
#YZMuseum #education #history #Ethiopia #culture
Join us on March 7, 2026 for a special public lecture at Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center under the theme:
“Leading as a Woman: The Legacy of Maria Theresia.”
As part of the exhibition “Beyond 120 Years of Friendship: Maria-Theresia: The Face of the Austrian Empress and the Grace of Ethiopian Women,” this lecture will explore the leadership, legacy, and enduring influence of one of Europe’s most powerful female rulers.
The lecture will be delivered by Dr. Belete Bizuneh, Head of the Department of History and Archaeology at AAU, and will be followed by a Q&A session and light refreshments.
🗓 March 7, 2026
⏰ 10:00 A.M.
📍 Yimtubezina Museum and Cultural Center
We look forward to welcoming you for a thoughtful and inspiring morning of history, dialogue, and cultural exchange.
RSVP: [email protected]
#YZMuseum #MariaTheresia #Ethiopia #Education #History
We are pleased to welcome and host fellows, organizers and participants of the UTA-Do African Cities Workshop.
The visit in our museum included a short guided introduction covering the history of the museum, how it came into being, and its significance as a space that reflects public–private interaction, negotiation, and coexistence, as well as insights into how it operates as a private museum.
We thank @TheUrbanCenter, a hosting institution for the UTA-Do African Cities Workshop 2026 in Addis Ababa, in partnership with the @UTADO_Africa organizing team and Politecnico diTorino @PoliTOnews, through the #Wagon2Africa TNE project.
UTA-Do (Urban Theory Africa–Doing) is an annual, week-long critical urban studies workshop that brings together approximately 30 early-career academics, researchers, and artists. The program combines lectures, methods workshops, field engagements, and artistic interventions to collectively explore African cities through inclusive, practice-based approaches.
#YZMuseum #utado #urbancenter #education #ethiopia #urbanstudies
