"This partnership with CityBlue Hotels aligns with NMK's mission to conserve Kenya's cultural heritage and biodiversity. Together, we will create a unique experience for our visitors, and this collaboration will undoubtedly enhance NMK's story," she said.
Prof Gikungu emphasised the exclusivity of the Museum Night Tours, designed to offer an uninterrupted exploration of NMK's galleries, which include the Hall of Kenya, Great Hall of Mammals, Human Origins, Birds of East Africa, and the Contemporary Art Galleries, among others.
According to her, visitors will also experience the Cradle of Humankind gallery in an intimate setting. Complementing the night tours will be refreshments and live entertainment featuring traditional cultural dancers, creating a vibrant Nairobi nightlife atmosphere at the museum.
The tours will be available through bookings for groups of ten or more, providing a personalised experience.
In addition to the Museum Night Tours, NMK will continue to offer a variety of other services such as venues for hire for concerts, conferences, corporate product launches, weddings, photo sessions, and staff parties.
Jameel Verjee, Founder and CEO of CityBlue Hotels, emphasised the unique role NMK plays in preserving Kenya's living cultural and natural heritage.
"As CityBlue, we are proud to be part of NMK's journey in heritage preservation. NMK manages a vast collection of regional museums, monuments, and sites of both national and international importance, and we are honoured to support the mission of contributing to the conservation and development of our nation's rich cultural heritage," said Verjee.