Nike Art Gallery Museum
Large Lagos gallery showcasing diverse Nigerian contemporary art
Located in Lagos' Lekki area, Nike Art Gallery displays extensive Nigerian and West African paintings, textiles and sculptures; visitors browse workshops, buy art and attend occasional demonstrations.
Nike Art Gallery at a Glance#
Address: Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria (Nike Art Gallery, Lekki)
Website: https://nikeartfoundation.org/
Hours: Daily 10:00am-6:00pm (hours may vary)
Admission: Free to enter; artworks for sale
About Nike Art Gallery#
Nike Art Gallery is a private art gallery and cultural centre in Lagos, Nigeria, founded by artist Nike Davies-Okundaye and known for a large collection of Nigerian and West African art and textiles.
The gallery comprises multiple exhibition rooms, workshop spaces and a craft centre where traditional textile techniques such as batik and Adire are taught and demonstrated. Work on display ranges from contemporary paintings and sculpture to traditional crafts and textiles, much of it available for sale.
The gallery serves both as a commercial gallery and as a community arts centre offering classes and studio visits.
It is located in Lagos State and is a frequent stop for visitors interested in Nigerian visual arts and craft traditions.
- Founder and activities: Founded and run by artist and collector Nike Davies-Okundaye, the gallery also functions as a cultural centre offering workshops and artist residencies.
What to See#
- Main gallery halls: Several interconnected gallery rooms and display halls that show painting, sculpture, textiles and traditional Nigerian art forms for sale and exhibition.
- Textile workshop and studios: On-site workshops offering textile and batik demonstration, Adire training and craft sessions that are open to visitors and students.
How to Get to Nike Art Gallery#
Nike Art Gallery’s main Lekki location is reached by car or taxi from Victoria Island or Lekki Phase 1; expect Lagos traffic. Ride-hailing apps are a common option. There is limited public transit directly to the gallery.
Tips for Visiting Nike Art Gallery#
- Allow a guided tour from gallery staff-many pieces are studio-specific and the gallery's staff know the artists personally.
- Bargaining on commissioned work is expected; start by asking about provenance and artist background before negotiating price.
- Plan time: the gallery is large and the printed archives of artists' work are worth paging through.
Best Time to Visit Nike Art Gallery#
Dry season (November-March) makes for easier travel and walking between galleries in Lagos.
Weather & Climate near Nike Art Gallery#
Nike Art Gallery's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1538 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The driest month with just 17 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (211 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (301 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (221 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
