celebrations in September 2001 • Establish a national and International network of friends, supporters and relevant organizations • Publish a quarterly newsletter; maintain a website
Publish publicity and educational materials to raise awareness of heritage of Tanga and to promote tourism
Rehabilitate the Clock Tower and adjacent area.
Undertake rehabilitation of at least two other key historical buildings
Train youths and develop skills in rehabilitation work, art and crafts, research, promotions and other related areas which can assist in self-employment and income generating activities.
Work closely with the Municipal Council and the Antiquities Department to establish guidelines for conservation and development of historic part of town.
Raise the funds necessary to implement the plan.
THE CURRENT BOARB MEMBERS ARE: Chairman: Mohamed Majura V/Chairman: Alnoor Hussein Secretary: Raymond Mhando Treasurer: Luuk Schoonman Members: Joel Niganile
URITHI TANGA MUSEUM:
It is located along the Independent Revenue Road. The building was formerly used as Germany Province Commissioner’s administration building and thereafter British administration. He used to leave upstairs and the ground floor was used as offices. After Independence, the building was taken by the government and Regional Commissioner used the same building for administration purposes as well as home stay. After a while the building was left bare after RC offices being shifted to Gofu area. Urithi Tanga Museum depicts mostly culture of the region itself, from the ancient times to the present, based on tangible and intangible heritage. The building is one of the ancient buildings that were
