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Located near : Parktown, Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng
Established by Dr Cyril and Mrs Esther Adler in 1962, The Adler Museum of Medicine contains the private collection of over 40,00 fascinating medical antiques.
A reconstructed chemist shop in the museum takes one back in time to the early 20th century Johannesburg. The museum also has an African traditional healing herb shop including sangoma paraphernalia.
Sculptures, pictures, and videos, give a vivid insight into the curious practice of medicine throughout history, including a dentist's drill from the turn of the century. Techniques of alternative medicines, including Indian and Chinese medicines and acupuncture are also illustrated.
Hours:
Mon to Fri - 09:30 to 16:00.
ADDRESS:
Address: 7 York Road, Parktown
CONTACT DETAILS:
Tel: +27 11 717-2081 Nearby Towns:Parktown, Forest Town, Johannesburg Municipality, Saxonwold, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg City Centre, Parkview, Marshalltown, Braamfontein, Parkwood, Norwood, Observatory Johannesburg, Fordsburg, Auckland Park, Jeppestown Nearby Points Of Interest:Johannesburg Zoo, 702 Mother’s Day Concert, SA Museum of Military History, Johannesburg Art Gallery, Absa Money Museum, Museum Africa, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival, Zoo Lake, SAB World Of Beer, Rosebank African Craft Market, AFDA Johannesburg Annual Film Festival, Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, Wanderers Cricket Stadium, Burgundy Lovers festival - Johannesburg, James Hall Museum of Transport |
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