Despite Automobile Museum in Accra

A new era in Ghanaian culture and automotive history began with the official opening of the Despite Automobile Museum, a groundbreaking institution that merges engineering excellence with visionary storytelling.

The museum was inaugurated under the distinguished patronage of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, and marks the first public showcase of the private luxury car collection of Dr. Osei Kwame Despite, one of Ghana’s most influential entrepreneurs.

More Than a Museum—A Movement

With its tagline, “More Than a Museum. A Mission in Motion,” the Despite Automobile Museum is designed not only to exhibit rare vehicles, but to inspire ambition, celebrate ingenuity, and promote national pride.

“This is far more than an auto showcase,” noted one guide during the opening tour. “It’s a space for bold dreams and real-world motivation—especially for the next generation of Ghanaian innovators.”

The Collection: A Time Capsule on Wheels

The museum’s curation offers a visually striking and chronologically arranged experience—from pre-war European classics and 1970s American muscle cars to rare futuristic prototypes. Each vehicle serves as a historical artifact, telling stories of craftsmanship, cultural transitions, and engineering marvels.

Highlights include:

• Post-WWII European roadsters

• Iconic V8 muscle cars

• Rare concept models from top international manufacturers

Why the Despite Museum is a Regional Game-Changer

• From Vault to Venue:
  What was once a private treasure trove is now open to the public, making luxury and innovation accessible to all.

• Ghana-Built, Global-Standard:
  Entirely conceived, constructed, and curated in Ghana, the museum rivals global institutions in terms of quality, design, and visitor engagement.

• Legacy in Motion:
  Dr. Despite’s childhood fascination with automobiles has evolved into a cultural gift—a tribute to how far passion and vision can take a person, and a country.

• Immersive Storytelling:
  Beyond just cars, each exhibit is framed as a narrative journey, blending art, education, and performance in an unforgettable atmosphere.

Engineering Meets Identity

Whether you’re an auto enthusiast, designer, student, or curious visitor, the museum offers something for everyone. It captures not just what vehicles are—but what they mean, especially in the context of Ghanaian resilience and aspiration.

Open to the Public Soon

Located in Accra, the capital city, the museum will open to the general public shortly. Visitors can now sign up for early access and preview events ahead of the grand public launch.

Driving the Dream Forward

At a time when Ghana is accelerating in areas like technology, sports, creative arts, and culture, the Despite Automobile Museum stands as a symbol of modern identity and limitless ambition.

Come see. Come believe. Come drive the dream.
Because the road ahead is paved with purpose—and it begins here.