Wilbur Smith Museum

The Wilbur Smith Museum is a dedicated tribute to the life and legacy of one of the world’s most celebrated authors. Wilbur Smith, a master storyteller and fierce advocate for Africa, was born in Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) in 1933. He spent his early years exploring the bush and drawing inspiration from the books his mother read to him. His combined love for wildlife adventures and the written word produced iconic titles such as When the Lion Feeds, The Burning Shore and River God.

After his passing in 2021, his beloved and devoted wife, Niso Smith, embarked on a journey to create a sacred space that would honour his extraordinary life and work. The museum is constantly being updated because it's a living tribute to Wilbur. Niso’s tireless efforts transformed this vision into reality, ensuring that the museum reflects Wilbur’s adventurous spirit and his lifelong love of literature.