Audrey House
| Place | Ranchi |
|---|---|
| State | Jharkhand |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2016 |
| Museum Type | Heritage, Cultural Center, Art Gallery |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Kanke Rd, Ranchi University, Morabadi, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834001 |
| Visiting Time | 12:00 PM to 08:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and Public Holidays) |
| Entry Fee | Free |
Museum Introduction
Built in 1854 by Captain Hannyington, Audrey House is one of Ranchi's oldest colonial buildings and formerly served as the Governor's Secretariat. After extensive restoration by INTACH, it was inaugurated in 2016 as a vibrant hub for art and culture. The building is a significant landmark of the British Gothic style in Jharkhand.
General Collections
The galleries display a mix of contemporary paintings by Jharkhand-based artists, tribal art, and various archaeological artifacts. The collection also features sculptures and traditional crafts that highlight the state's diverse indigenous heritage.
Unique Historical Collections
Champaran Meeting Site: Historically significant as the venue for the June 4, 1917, meeting between Mahatma Gandhi and Lt. Governor Sir Edward Albert Gait, which led to the formation of the Champaran Agrarian Committee.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The building utilizes a unique 19th-century construction technique involving sun-dried bricks layered with horizontal bamboo frames and mud-lime mortar. It hosts a weekly cultural event called "Shani Parab" every Saturday. |
| Artifacts | "Cactus City" (Madi Linda); "Save Jharkhand" (Shyam Kumar Vishwakarma); 10th-11th century sculptures from Sahibganj; Dhokra art pieces; Tribal musical instruments. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 651-2401917 +91 9798345109 |
| Email ID | dirjharkhandculture@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
