System for Museums & Archives for Research and Access to Knowledge
| Place | Chandigarh |
|---|---|
| State | Punjab |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1997 |
| Museum Type | Architecture / Urban Design / Heritage |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | GOVERNMENT MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY, Museum and Art Gallery, Sector 10, Chandigarh, 160011 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday) Closed on Mondays and Public Holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹10 (Adults) Children below 18 and school groups: Free Camera Fee: ₹5. |
Set up in 1997 to mark the 50th anniversary of India's Independence, the museum documents the birth and evolution of Chandigarh. It is housed in a sculptural building inspired by Le Corbusier’s 1965 exhibition pavilion in Zurich, specifically intended to preserve the city's architectural legacy.
The collection includes rare blueprints, site maps, correspondence between administrators and architects, historical photographs of the construction phases, and original models of major civic buildings.
Pierre Jeanneret’s Furniture: The museum houses original furniture designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh’s offices and residences. It also features a recreation of Pierre Jeanneret's living room, providing an intimate look at the architect's lifestyle and design philosophy.
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is structured across four levels, starting with the "Trauma of Partition" in the basement and ascending to the future plans of the city on the upper floors, mirroring the chronological growth of Chandigarh. |
| Artifacts | Original Master Plan of Chandigarh (Mayer/Nowicki and Le Corbusier versions); Framed letter by Matthew Nowicki written shortly before his death; Life-size architectural models; Original sketches by Le Corbusier; Period office chairs and tables by Pierre Jeanneret. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 172 274 0261 |
| Email ID |
museum-chd@nic.in chdmuseum@gmail.com |
