Crafts Museum, Delhi

New Delhi

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Entry Fee & Ticket

Entry Fee:- The entry fee for the Crafts Museum is Rs.20 per person for Indians and Rs.300 per person for foreigners. Timings:- It remains open from 9.30 AM to 5 PM except Monday. | Indian ₹20/-, Foreigners ₹200/- to ₹300/-, Children below 15 years - Free

Opening Time & Days

Crafts Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM

Open Days

Crafts Museum open every day except Mondays.

Best Time to Visit

May, June, July, August

Place Visit With

Solo Siblings Youngsters

939 m away

Mandi House Metro Station

1.7 km away

Supreme Court (Pragati Maidan) Metro Station

1.8 km away

Seva Teerth (Udyog Bhawan) Metro Station

2.0 km away

Indraprastha Metro Station

2.1 km away

Central Secretariat Metro Station

2.1 km away

How to Reach Crafts Museum

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Crafts Museum.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into IGI New Delhi Airport

13.9 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Pragati Maidan Railway Station

2.2 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Kashmere Gate ISBT

6.7 km away

About Crafts Museum

The Crafts Museum is one of the largest crafts museums in India, established in 1956 by the All India Handicrafts Board. It is run by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. It was established over a period of 30 years by the efforts of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay in the 1950s and 60s. The museum houses over 35,000 rare and distinctive pieces that reflect the continuing tradition of Indian artisans through various crafts of painting, embroidery, textiles, clay, stone and wood, all designed by architect Charles Correa between 1975 and 1990. are kept in the said building. The various galleries within the museum include the Tribal and Rural Crafts Gallery, the Gallery of Court Crafts, the Textiles Gallery and the Gallery of Popular Culture. The museum has various galleries and exhibition spaces, each focusing on specific crafts and regions. Exhibits provide information on the techniques, materials, and cultural significance of the crafts displayed.

Interesting facts about Crafts Museum

The museum displays a wide range of artefacts made by skilled artisans, representing the diverse cultural traditions and craftsmanship of various Indian communities.One of the highlights of the Crafts Museum is the opportunity to watch craft demonstrations by skilled artisans. Visitors can watch artisans at work on traditional crafts, giving a glimpse into the intricate techniques and artistry involved.The museum occasionally organizes workshops and interactive sessions to promote understanding of traditional crafts and encourage visitors to engage in hands-on activities.Apart from the indoor galleries, the Crafts Museum also has an outdoor section known as the "Village Complex".The museum has a souvenir shop where visitors can buy handicrafts, textiles and other traditional items as souvenirs.The Crafts Museum is an excellent place to explore and appreciate India's artistic heritage and gain a deeper understanding of its cultural diversity.

Crafts Museum FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at New Delhi, Delhi.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Crafts Museum: Entry Fee:- The entry fee for the Crafts Museum is Rs.20 per person for Indians and Rs.300 per person for foreigners. Timings:- It remains open from 9.30 AM to 5 PM except Monday. | Indian ₹20/-, Foreigners ₹200/- to ₹300/-, Children below 15 years - Free Crafts Museum opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM.

𝒜. You should visit Crafts Museum during May, June, July, August months for best experience.