The Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Hisense South Africa, and the Sendinggestig Museum have teamed up to unveil the Tevolution Museum in Long Street, Cape {town} Etc reports.
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Officially launched on Wednesday, this one-of-a-kind museum takes visitors on an interactive journey through the evolution of television, blending nostalgia with cutting-edge technology.
From retro wooden box TVs complete with ‘bunny ear’ antennas to the latest 110-inch UX display, the exhibits showcase how far television technology has come. Visitors can even get hands-on with many of the displays, which are paired with popular gaming consoles – including the high-performance Xbox Series X.
At the heart of the museum is its show-stopping highlight: the 110-inch UX TV, one of the largest commercially available screens in South Africa. Retailing at just under R400 000, this state-of-the-art model is manufactured locally at Hisense’s Atlantis factory, which employs over 1000 South Africans.
Beyond its exhibits, the Tevolution Museum aims to be more than just a tourist attraction. It will host school tours, art exhibitions, and workshops focused on technology, offering students and visitors a chance to engage with innovation and creativity.
Promoting creativity and growth
The launch event celebrated the museum’s potential to impact both the cultural and economic landscape of the Western Cape. Guy Redman, head of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, remarked on the significance of collaboration in fostering progress:
‘Through partnerships like these, we are fostering job creation, investment, and creating engaging opportunities for our youth to tell their own stories. We hope to see many school children through these doors in the years to come.’
Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport Ricardo Mackenzie echoed this sentiment, emphasising the museum’s dual role as a cultural and economic milestone:
‘The unveiling of South Africa’s first Tevolution Museum by Hisense SA is a testament to the incredible journey of innovation and cultural enrichment that television has brought to our nation. This museum not only celebrates the evolution of technology but also highlights the Western Cape’s role as a hub for creativity and economic growth.’
Opening soon
The Tevolution Museum is set to open its doors to the public on 5 December 2024. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious, this new Cape Town attraction promises a blend of education, entertainment and inspiration.
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Picture: Western Cape Government
