[1] The centre was officially opened on 13 December 2008 by reigning Nabongo, Peter Shitawa Mumia II and former prime minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga.

The site contains various structures on the 12-acres of land: a royal mausoleum, cultural centre, museum, library, bar and restaurant.

[1][3] The site contains a traditional Luhya homestead utilised as a cultural and community hub.

Here, traditional customs are carried out including the production of busaa, a local fermented drink.

[1] A modern building stands next to the mausoleum with a library and a museum displaying Wanga traditional artifacts including Nabongo Mumia's royal regalia, weapons and traditional farming equipment.