Government Tulsi Archaeological Museum
| Place | Satna |
|---|---|
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1978 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Ramvan, Satna, Delaura, Madhya Pradesh 485111 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Tuesday–Sunday) Closed on Mondays and public holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 (Indian Adults) ₹10 (Students with ID) ₹400 (Foreign Nationals) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1977, the Government Tulsi Archaeological Museum is located in Ramvan, approximately 16 km from Satna in Madhya Pradesh. It was founded to house the extensive collection of the Manas Sangha Trust, which had been gathering antiquities since 1925. The museum is dedicated to preserving the archaeological wealth of the Vindhyan region and commemorates the legendary poet Tulsidas.
General Collections
The museum houses 2,368 cataloged objects, including stone sculptures, metal images, rare coins, and inscriptions. Its galleries are organized by theme and period, covering the Shunga, Gupta, Kalachuri, and Chandela schools of art. It also maintains a significant collection of terracotta figures and ancient manuscripts.
Unique Historical Collections
Bharhut Gallery: A vital collection of 81 artifacts from the 2nd-century BCE Bharhut Stupa, featuring rail-pillars (stambhas) and lotus medallions. Gupta Period Gallery: Rare sculptures from Khoh and Bhumra, including a unique Veenadhari Shiva. Ramayana Manuscripts: Exceptional handwritten ancient copies of the Ramayana and other Tulsidas literature.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://media.nw18.com/media-assets/fvo4qi/58606096-715b-49a4-93e2-459bd6582174/4484659/videos/HYP_4484659_video_20240612_002711_1/720p-h264.mp4 |
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| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The museum was originally part of the Ramvan Ashram before being donated to the State Government in 1978. It is situated on NH-75 (Satna-Rewa Road) and is part of a larger religious complex that includes a temple and the "Tulsi Manas Sangha." |
| Artifacts | 2nd-century BCE Bharhut medallions; 5th-century Gupta sculptures of Parvati and Mahismardini; 11th-century Kalachuri sculptures of Lakshmi-Narayana and Bhu-varaha; Jain Tirthankara idols (Aadinatha, Neminatha); Gold and silver coins; Copper plates; Birch bark (Bhojpatra) manuscripts. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 7672 251544 |
| Email ID | dam-satna@mp.gov.in |