Chandradhari Museum
| Place | Darbhanga |
|---|---|
| State | Bihar |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1957 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Cultural / Multipurpose |
| National Importance Museum | No (State Government |
| Address | Gumti no.26, Station Rd, near by Museum, Darbhanga, Bihar 846004 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday) Closed on Mondays and Government Holidays. |
| Entry Fee | Indians: ₹10 Foreigners: ₹200 Camera: ₹50. |
Museum Introduction
Established on December 7, 1957, in Darbhanga, the museum was formed by the donation of the personal collection of Babu Chandradhari Singh, a prominent landlord of Madhubani. It is situated on the banks of the Mansarovar Lake in a building provided by the Darbhanga Raj.
General Collections
The museum consists of 11 specialized galleries housing artifacts made of glass, ivory, wood, metal, and clay. The collections include ancient coins, stone sculptures, traditional textiles, and a significant repository of natural history specimens.
Unique Historical Collections
Rare Manuscripts: The museum preserves rare manuscripts including a miniature Quran and the Bhagavad Gita written on a palm leaf. It also features a unique Ivory Gallery with intricate carvings and a distinct collection of Madhubani Paintings (Mithila Art) tracing the style's regional evolution.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is a vital center for the study of Mithila culture. It serves as a sister institution to the Maharaja Laxmeshwar Singh Museum, also located in Darbhanga, which focuses more on the royal legacy of the Darbhanga Raj. |
| Artifacts | Dakshinamurti Shiva sculpture (Bronze); Ancient copper plates from the Pala period; Ivory palanquin models; A 10th-century Tara statue; Mughal-era swords and shields; Rare Persian and Arabic manuscripts. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 6272 222 234 |
| Email ID | museum-bih@nic.in (State Museum Directorate) |