Assam State Museum, Guwahati

GNB Rd, Near, Dighalipukhuri

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Entry Fee & Ticket

It can be visited between 10:00 am to 5:00 pm , Monday and 2nd and 4th Saturday. Entry fee for Indian adults is INR 20, for foreigner INR 100 | Entry Fee – Adults ₹33/-, Students ₹11/-, Foreigners ₹300/-

Opening Time & Days

Assam State Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM

Open Days

Assam State Museum is open every day except Monday.

Best Time to Visit

January, February, March, April, May, June

Place Visit With

Family Kids Friends Solo Parents Siblings Youngsters

Place Type

Museum and Gallery

Official Info

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About Assam State Museum

Assam State Museum is one of the largest multipurpose museums in Guwahati. The museum was established in the year 1940 by the Assam Research Society. The museum presents a large collection of historical and prehistoric times. There is also a small cottage industries museum located inside the premises of the Assam State Museum, which comes under the administration of the Industrial Department of Assam.

The museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts and sculptures ranging from the 5th-12th centuries to new artifacts from World War II. The museum is buzzing with activities from history buffs and tourists from all over the world.

Interesting facts about Assam State Museum

This museum presents a clear picture of the rich culture and art of Assam apart from the various traditions and cultures of the states.
The museum has a large collection of Mahatma Gandhi's photographs and correspondence.
The sculpture gallery on the ground floor has sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses from 7th to 14th century in excellent condition like replicas.
Coins, inscriptions, statues etc. of ancient and medieval times can also be seen.
The museum is divided into several galleries like Wood and Crafts Gallery, Manuscript Gallery, Sculpture Gallery, Arms and Ammunition Gallery, Printing Gallery etc.

Assam State Museum FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at GNB Rd, Near, Dighalipukhuri, Guwahati.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Assam State Museum: It can be visited between 10:00 am to 5:00 pm , Monday and 2nd and 4th Saturday. Entry fee for Indian adults is INR 20, for foreigner INR 100 | Entry Fee – Adults ₹33/-, Students ₹11/-, Foreigners ₹300/- Assam State Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM.

𝒜. You should visit Assam State Museum during January, February, March, April, May, June months for best experience.