One of the world’s cultural treasure troves were created in West Africa. But for over a century they’ve been held in museums outside of Africa. In fact, an estimated 95 percent of Africa’s cultural heritage is kept in museums overseas.
Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating and controversial story of the Benin Bronzes, a priceless collection of intricate bronze plaques and artworks created by the powerful Kingdom of Benin in West Africa over several centuries. The episode explores how these cultural treasures were looted by British forces in 1897 and ended up in museums across Europe, and examines the ongoing efforts to return them to Nigeria. You'll learn about the complex debates surrounding repatriation, ownership rights, and what happens when stolen cultural artifacts finally come home after more than a century.
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