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Welcome to Craftpedia Nigeria
Craftpedia Nigeria is a developing knowledge platform dedicated to the documentation, preservation, and study of traditional crafts and artisanal practices of Nigeria.
The project aims to present well-structured, verifiable, and culturally respectful information on Nigeria’s rich and diverse craft traditions — shaped by its many regions, ethnic groups, environments, and historical networks of trade and exchange.
Scope of the project
Craftpedia Nigeria documents:
- regional and local craft traditions across Nigeria
- materials, techniques, and tools used by artisans
- historical development and cultural context
- relationships between crafts, ritual practices, daily life, and social identity
Articles are organized by region, material, craft type, and cultural context, allowing readers to explore Nigerian material culture from multiple perspectives.
Editorial approach
The canonical language of Craftpedia is English.
Articles in other languages may be provided for accessibility; unless explicitly stated otherwise, they may be machine-translated and not yet editor-reviewed.
Each article follows a neutral, academic, and museum-style tone, focusing on factual documentation rather than interpretation or commercial promotion.
Current status
Craftpedia Nigeria is currently in its early development phase.
Content is being added gradually, with priority given to establishing a consistent structural and taxonomical framework for Nigerian crafts.
About Craftpedia
Craftpedia Nigeria is part of the Craftpedia project — a global, multilingual initiative dedicated to traditional crafts and material culture worldwide.
Continental portal: craftpedia.africa
Main portal: craftpedia.wiki
