Karen Blixen Museum
About This Museum
The Karen Blixen Museum isn't your typical gallery; it's a portal directly into the world of its famous author. You walk through the same rooms and verandas where she lived the life that inspired 'Out of Africa,' surrounded by her original mahogany furniture and personal effects. The atmosphere is thick with a sense of place and a bygone era, making the stories feel incredibly immediate. It’s less about reading plaques and more about feeling the presence of a remarkable woman and the Kenya she loved.
Collection Highlights
Her sturdy writing desk sits ready for work, while family portraits and her iconic gramophone hint at a life filled with both art and adventure. Don't miss the framed land title in Denys Finch Hatton's name—a poignant relic of their legendary romance.
Visitor Information
The guided tours are fantastic, full of anecdotes you won't find in the guidebooks. Afterwards, wander the lovely, shaded gardens; it's the perfect spot to sit and let the whole experience sink in.
Architecture & Building
A classic, sprawling 1920s Kenyan farmhouse with a wide, welcoming veranda, deep eaves, and a corrugated iron roof, designed for comfort in a subtropical climate.
Contact & Location
Address: Karen Road, Karen, Karen ward, Langata, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 20 8002139
Website: Visit Website
