IBIDAPO Abimbola Olubunmi2025-09-232025-09-232024-12Kate TurabiaM.Schttps://repository.lcu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1074Heritage play an important role in creating character, identity, and national image, thus, its conservation is very important as it helps to maintain cultural diversity, promotes understanding and appreciation of different cultures, and contributes to the sense of identity and continuity within communities. This study aimed at examining the contribution of Badagry museum to national heritage conservation in Nigeria. The objectives of the study included evaluating the effectiveness of the museum’s conservation practices, assessing the socio-economic impact of the museum on the host community, and identifying the challenges hindering the effective operations of the museum. Qualitative method of data collection was adopted. A total number of eighty nine (89) respondents consisting of museum staff, tour guides, visitors and residents of Badagry were selected through purposive sampling technique. Data was gathered through; Key Informant Interview, Focus Group Discussion and observation methods. Data collected was analyzed using content analysis method. Findings revealed that the Badagry heritage museum performs a significant role in contributing to national heritage conservation through the preserved relics of the trans-atlantic slave trade, which attracts visitors to the museum. The study also revealed that the museum contributes significantly to the socio-economic development of Badagry through; provision of job opportunities, investment opportunities, development of infrastructure and superstructure, tourism business etc. The study identified some of the challenges facing the museum operations as follows; paucity of funds, lack of skilled personnel, and poor awareness of the museum. This study concluded that the museum plays a crucial role in national heritage conservation and recommended that the funding of the museum be prioritized by the government for effective museum operation and maintenance, also, government and other tourism stakeholders should endeavor to promote and market the rich historical and heritage sites in Badagry in other to create more awareness locally and internationally. Keywords: Conservation, Cultural, Heritage, Museum, Resources Word Count: 298enConservationCulturalHeritageMuseumResourcesThesis