System for Museums & Archives for Research and Access to Knowledge
| Place | Kochi |
|---|---|
| State | Kerala |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2010 |
| Museum Type | Specialized / Agriculture / Handicrafts |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Ernakulam South, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682011 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 05:30 PM (Monday to Friday) Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Central Government holidays. |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Inaugurated in 2009 by the then Union Minister for Agriculture, the museum is located inside Kera Bhavan, the headquarters of the Coconut Development Board. It was established to highlight the socio-economic and cultural significance of the coconut palm in India, particularly in Kerala.
Features a wide array of products derived from every part of the coconut tree, including shell-based handicrafts, coir products, convenience foods, and medicinal derivatives.
Handicraft Masterpieces: Intricate models of the Taj Mahal, Kathakali masks, and tiger faces entirely crafted from coconut shells and fibers. It also houses a collection of traditional coconut scrapers and oil-extraction tools.
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum serves as a vital platform for rural artisans to display their coconut-based art. It also features informative posters and oil paintings detailing the history of coconut cultivation and its global trade routes. |
| Artifacts | Coconut Shell Chess Set; Traditional musical instruments made from coconut; Models of houseboats; Samples of various coconut hybrids and value-added products like Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) and Neera. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 484 237 7266 / +91 484 237 7267 |
| Email ID | cdb-kochi@coconutboard.gov.in |
