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Central Museum
| Place | Indore |
|---|---|
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1925 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Site Museum |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Near GPO Square, Residency, Navlakha, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452001 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday) Closed on Mondays and Government Holidays. |
| Entry Fee | Indians: ₹20 Foreigners: ₹400 Camera: ₹100 Video: ₹200. |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1929 by the Holkar State, the Central Museum, Indore is one of the oldest museums in the state. It was created to preserve the diverse archaeological wealth found across the Malwa plateau, including sculptures, coins, and ancient tools.
General Collections
The museum is divided into two main wings. One wing houses artifacts from the prehistoric era (stone tools and fossils), while the other is dedicated to Hindu and Jain sculptures from the medieval period.
Unique Historical Collections
Parmar Dynasty Sculptures: The museum boasts one of the world's finest collections of medieval Hindu and Jain sculptures belonging to the Parmar period (11th–12th century), specifically those recovered from Hinglajgarh. It also features rare Gupta-era copper plates.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No (State Government |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is situated near the General Post Office (GPO) in the Residency area. It serves as a significant research center for scholars interested in the iconography and temple architecture of Central India. |
| Artifacts | Hinglajgarh sculptures (Nandi, Uma-Maheshwara); Ashokan inscriptions (fragments); Terracotta figurines from Ujjain and Maheshwar; Ancient coins from the Satavahana and Mughal periods; Medieval weaponry and armor. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes (A key education |
| Contact Details | +91 731 249 1817 |
| Email ID | indoremuseum@gmail.com |