OCBN Graffiti Wall
About This Museum
Now, if you wander down Rue 306, you'll find a stretch of wall that tells a story louder than any history book. This is the OCBN Graffiti Wall, a living canvas where the city's pulse is captured in spray paint and bold ideas. It started years back as a legal spot for artists to express themselves, free from the worry of getting in trouble. Over time, it's become this ever-changing gallery of social commentary and breathtaking color. You can feel the energy here; it’s the voice of Cotonou's youth painted for all to see.
Collection Highlights
The main exhibit is the wall itself—a constantly rotating display of vibrant murals and sharp stencils. You might see a powerful portrait of a local woman one week, only for it to be replaced by a clever political cartoon the next. Look closely and you'll find tags from well-known West African artists alongside fresh work from kids in the neighborhood.
Visitor Information
It's completely open-air and free, so you can just show up anytime, day or night. The best light for photos is in the late afternoon when the sun warms up all those incredible colors. Just be ready for some traffic noise and the buzz of daily life happening all around it.
Architecture & Building
There isn't a building at all—it's just a long, weathered concrete wall that lines the street, probably built as a simple boundary or barrier decades ago.
Contact & Location
Address: 306, Rue 12.164, Haie-Vive-Cocotiers, 12ᵉ Arrondissement, Cotonou, Littoral, Bénin
Phone: +229 90 30 30 60
