Central Museum

About Central Museum Indore


Central Museum of Indore otherwise also known as the Indore Museum, is one of the most well-known in the city. The museum, which opened in 1929, has gotten a lot of its current collection from the Malwa area. The Central Museum Indore, a sanctuary for history aficionados, will have you captivated for the entire day. It transports you to another age because of its extensive collection of prehistoric artefacts and other treasures. Scriptures, coins, stone carvings, and combat gear are just a few of some of the must-visit exhibits here, all of which provide a wealth of knowledge about the region's past. In Indore, it is next to the General Post Office. In the Museum, there are two galleries. The Central Museum Indore ticket price has been mentioned above.
The museum's collection includes artefacts from the ancient to the current day. The one-of-a-kind museum has extensive exhibits of Hindu and Jain sculptures from the mediaeval and post-medieval periods. The Central Museum Indore is known for its unique and extensive collection of artefacts, but it is also regarded as one of Indore's most beautiful structures. The museum is located in the heart of Indore and is easily accessible to both visitors and residents. The Central Museum Indore timings have also been mentioned above for visitors’ reference.

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Central Museum

Weather : 19° C

Timings :Tuesday-Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Time Required : 3-4 hours

Entry Fee : No entry fee is required

Contact Number: +91 9024104977

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History


The Museum was formed on October 1, 1929, to collect and preserve artefacts discovered in the old Holkar State's territory. The Central Museum of Indore, also known as the Indore Museum, was founded in the year 1929 at the famed Nar-Ratna Mandir in October. The museum moved to a new location in 1969, next to the "Residency Kothi." The Antiquity Gallery, the Hinglajgarh Art Gallery, the Inscription Gallery, the Malwa Art Gallery, the Numismatic Gallery, the Arms Gallery, and the Gallery of Modern Art are the six galleries that make up the Central Museum.

Architecture


The Indore Museum, which is known for some of its greatest architectural designs, houses a large collection of Palmer Scriptures. The Palmer texts were a historic architectural style that developed in this area. It is one of the outstanding collections of Parmar art and architecture reflecting the Hinglajgarh School, which was founded in this region. The most notable architectural relic at the museum is a door frame, which is beautifully embellished with figures and decor.

Activities


  • For historical and artefact enthusiasts, the museum includes one of the greatest collections of Hindu and Jain sculptures in the state, both mediaeval and pre-medieval. 
  • Visitors can take the help of a guide who would direct them to all information on the museum as well as the artefacts inside, visitors can also adore the architecture and the way the museum was constructed.

Tips for visiting


  • If you want to get the best out of this trip, arrive at the Museum by 10:00 am which then provides the whole day to explore the museum.  
  • For expert advice and authentic historical information, hire a guide since many of them are quite experienced. 
  • If you want to eat after the Museum, there are a few excellent eateries nearby. 
  • Some keepsakes are available for purchase at the museum's Gift Shop.

Best time to visit


Indore is best visited between October and March. Summer is also an excellent season to visit because the weather cools down owing to showers, although precipitation may disrupt your sightseeing and transport plans. Summers should be avoided because of the extreme heat.

Nearby Atractions


  • Rajwada 
  • Lal Bagh Palace
  • Khajrana Temple 
  • Patalpani Waterfalls
  • Bijasen Tekri Mandir

Nearby market/ shopping places


  • Sarafa Bazaar- is one of the most visited markets in Indore. The Sarafa bazaar is famous for both its traditional and modern jewellery. It is also renowned for offering the widest range of brass ornaments. 
  • Heritage market- it is a shoe paradise. Almost all Indian as well as International brands can be found here. Apart from a wide variety of footwear, this market also offers handicrafts and handloom items.

Nearby Hotels


  • Indore Marriot Hotel 
  • Wow Hotel
  • Sayaji Indore
  • Lemon Tree Hotel
  • Utsav Residency

Interesting Facts About Central Museum


In Madhya Pradesh, the Central Museum Indore boasts one of the greatest collections of mediaeval and pre-medieval Hindu and Jain sculpture. These exquisitely carved statues date from the time of the Guptas to the reign of the Paramanas. They were discovered among the remains of Hinglajgarh's temples from the 11th and 12th centuries.

Nearby Restaurants


  • Domino’s Pizza 
  • Utsav Restaurant
  • Café Yummy 
  • Goli Vada Pav No. 1
  • Ramesh Masala Dosa

Central Museum location Map

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Getting In indore

BY AIR

Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport is the nearest airport to this Museum and is located 12 kilometres away from the museum via NH 47 which takes around 31 minutes to reach by cab.

BY ROAD

Navlakkha Bus Stand is the nearest bus station and it takes 4 minutes to reach the museum, the bus station is located 1.4 kilometres away from the museum.

BY RAIL

The Indore Junction BG Railway station is the closest railway station to the museum, situated just 1.8 kilometres away from the museum or 8 minutes away by cab.

BY Car

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  • Jaipur
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  • 5 - Excellent

Great service and friendly team

Our Rajasthan trip was very unorganized and from day 1 we need to argue for each committed hotel and details. Driver and hotel were not informed in advance and we need to pay 12000/- for the forceful event at the hotel which was never informed to us.

People Also Ask About Central Museum

The other name of Indore Museum is Central Museum Indore.

The central museum Indore was established in 1929.

There are 5 museums in Indore.

The museum's collection includes artefacts from the ancient to the current day. The one-of-a-kind museum has extensive exhibits of Hindu and Jain sculptures from the mediaeval and post-medieval periods.

The Central Museum is closed on Mondays.

There is no entry fee for visiting the museum.

The hotels near the Central Museum of Indore are:

  • Indore Marriot Hotel 
  • Wow Hotel
  • Sayaji Indore
  • Lemon Tree Hotel
  • Utsav Residency

The restaurants near the Central Museum of Indore are:

  • Domino’s Pizza 
  • Utsav Restaurant
  • Café Yummy 
  • Goli Vada Pav No. 1
  • Ramesh Masala Dosa

The popular attractions near the Central Museum of Indore are:

  • Rajwada 
  • Lal Bagh Palace
  • Khajrana Temple 
  • Patalpani Waterfalls
  • Bijasen Tekri Mandir

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