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Kenya became a Republic on 12 December 1964. Nairobi became Kenya's capital in 1907. Kenya adopted its current Constitution on 27 August 2010. The Mau Mau Uprising played a pivotal role in Kenya's struggle for independence. Over 1.5 million Kenyans were detained during the State of Emergency (1952–1960). Kenya's first Constitution came into effect on 12 December 1963. The Presidential Standard is the official flag of the President of Kenya. The Lancaster House Conferences laid the constitutional foundation for independent Kenya. Kenya gained internal self-rule (Madaraka) on 1 June 1963, and full independence six months later. Kenya has had five Presidents since independence in 1963. Presidential Library and Archives Public Exhibition during Mashujaa Day celebration in Kwale County Presidential Library and Archives Junior Secondary School Educational Outreach program in Siaya County Presidential Library and Archives Public Exhibition Jamhuri Day Thematic Week at KICC Nairobi Kenya became a Republic on 12 December 1964. Nairobi became Kenya's capital in 1907. Kenya adopted its current Constitution on 27 August 2010. The Mau Mau Uprising played a pivotal role in Kenya's struggle for independence. Over 1.5 million Kenyans were detained during the State of Emergency (1952–1960). Kenya's first Constitution came into effect on 12 December 1963. The Presidential Standard is the official flag of the President of Kenya. The Lancaster House Conferences laid the constitutional foundation for independent Kenya. Kenya gained internal self-rule (Madaraka) on 1 June 1963, and full independence six months later. Kenya has had five Presidents since independence in 1963. Presidential Library and Archives Public Exhibition during Mashujaa Day celebration in Kwale County Presidential Library and Archives Junior Secondary School Educational Outreach program in Siaya County Presidential Library and Archives Public Exhibition Jamhuri Day Thematic Week at KICC Nairobi

Historical Artifacts

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landline

President Daniel Arap Moi Red LandLine Phone_1978-2002

President Daniel Arap Moi Red LandLine Phone_1978-2002

baton

President Daniel Arap Moi Nyayo baton-Fimbo ya Nyayo a central symbol of power and authority_1985

President Daniel Arap Moi Nyayo baton a central symbol of power and authority_1985

fly whisk

Jomo Kenyatta iconic Ceremonial fly whisk carried during state ceremonies

Jomo Kenyatta iconic Ceremonial fly whisk carried during state ceremonies

statue

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Convention Centre KICC Nairobi_2015

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Convention Centre KICC Nairobi_2015

statue

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Conference Centre KICC Nairobi_2000

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Conference Centre KICC Nairobi_2000

statue

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Conference Centre KICC Nairobi_April 1984

Jomo Kenyatta Statue Outside Kenyatta International Conference Centre KICC Nairobi_April 1984

bust

The Bust of Kenyan Second President Daniel Arap Moi Close Up shot_2000

The Bust of Kenyan Second President Daniel Arap Moi Close Up shot

bust

The Bust of Kenyan Second President Daniel Arap Moi Long shot_2000

The Bust of Kenyan Second President Daniel Arap Moi Long shot

bust

The Bust of Kenyan Founding President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta Side Cutaway_2000

The Bust of Kenyan Founding President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta Side Cutaway

bust

The Bust of Kenyan Founding President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta Long shot_2000

The Bust of Kenyan Founding President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta Long shot

seat

President Daniel Arap Moi Seat displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

President Daniel Arap Moi Seat displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

fimbo

President Daniel Arap Moi iconic Baton-Fimbo ya Nyayo displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

President Daniel Arap Moi iconic Baton-Fimbo ya Nyayo displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

bust

President Daniel Arap Moi Bust displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

President Daniel Arap Moi Bust displayed at Parliament Buildings_February 2020

coat of arms

The Kenya Coat of Arms officially adopted in 1963 _12.12.1963

The Kenya Coat of Arms officially adopted in 1963 _12.12.1963

law

The New Constitution of Kenya Instruments of Law Promulgated at Uhuru Park Nairobi_27.8.2010

The New Constitution of Kenya Instruments of Law Promulgated at Uhuru Park Nairobi_27.8.2010

pledge

Resolution By The Cabinet on the Pledge and Proclamation of Total Confidence and Loyalty to President Daniel Arap Moi_1.9.1978

Resolution By The Cabinet on the Pledge and Proclamation of Total Confidence and Loyalty to President Daniel Arap Moi_1.9.1978

constitution

The New Constitution of Kenya Promulgated at Uhuru Park Nairobi_27.8.2010

The New Constitution of Kenya Promulgated at Uhuru Park Nairobi_27.8.2010

independence order

The Kenya Independence order in Council 1963_12.12.1963

The Kenya Independence order in Council 1963_12.12.1963

Presidential Vehicle

1970 Mercedes Benz S600 Pullman 6 Ltr V12 N.A. Carburetor

1970 Mercedes Benz S600 Pullman 6 Ltr V12 N.A. Carburator_Presidents Jomo Kenyatta and Daniel Moi

The iconic fly-whisk carried by Mzee Jomo Kenyatta during state ceremonies.

Kenyatta's Ceremonial Fly-Whisk

The iconic fly-whisk carried by Mzee Jomo Kenyatta during state ceremonies.

1970 Mercedes Benz S600 Pullman Armoured Version 6Ltr V12 N.A. Carburator_President Jomo Kenyatta .webp

1970 Mercedes Benz S600 Pullman Armoured Version 6Ltr V12 N.A. Carburator President Jomo Kenyatta

1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible 7.0 Ltr V8 Carburator_President Jomo Kenyatta.

1963 Rolls Royce Phantom V Limousine 6.2 Ltr V8 Twin Carburator_President Jomo Kenyatta.webp

1963 Rolls Royce Phantom V Limousine 6.2 Ltr V8 Twin Carburetor President Jomo Kenyatta

1963 Rolls Royce Phantom V Limousine 6.2 Ltr V8 Twin Carburator_President Jomo Kenyatta.

1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible 7.0 Ltr V8 Carburator

1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible 7.0 Ltr V8 Carburator

1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible 7.0 Ltr V8 Carburator

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