Kingdom of Benin
The kingdom of Benin
The kingdom of Benin began in the 900s. Learn about the kingdom, how it was ruled and when it ended.
What was life like in Benin?
What was life like in Benin city? Find out what goods people traded and how the city was ruled.
What can we learn from the art of Benin?
Benin craft workers made many kinds of art. Learn how brass casters made art and why animals were important.
Kingdoms of West Africa
West Africa has been home to many kingdoms. Find out about the different kingdoms and learn about Mansa Munsa.
Introduction to the kingdom of Benin
Find out about the beginnings of the kingdom of Benin.
Daily life in Benin
What jobs did people do? What was the royal court like? Find out more about life in Benin.
What does the art of Benin tell us?
The people of Benin made many different kinds of art, including bronzes, masks and statues.
Kingdoms of West Africa
Asante, Nok and Ife were all kingdoms in West Africa. Learn about what they were like.
