Cultural Museum Kaliabor College
| Place | Kuwaritol |
|---|---|
| State | Assam |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1999 |
| Museum Type | Cultural / Heritage / Academic |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Kaliabor College Rd, Kuwaritol, Assam 782137 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM (On college working days visitors are typically required to coordinate with the Department of History.) |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1999 under the initiative of the Department of History, the museum aims to preserve the traditional culture and local potentiality of the Kaliabor sub-division. It serves as a full-fledged institution for popularizing the history and culture of the region among students and the local society.
General Collections
The collection includes Assamese handicrafts, traditional agricultural and domestic tools, ethnic ornaments, musical instruments, and rare manuscripts that reflect the social and material history of the local communities.
Unique Historical Collections
Sanchi Manuscripts: Rare ancient texts written on the bark of the Sanchi (Agar) tree. 100-Year-Old Stone Plate: Featuring an inscription of Narayanam (sacred God). Archaeological Earthenware: Includes a pot found during pond excavation believed to belong to the pre-Ahom period.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum organizes specialized workshops, such as those on the scientific conservation of Sanchipat manuscripts and woodcarvings, in collaboration with institutions like Tezpur University and Majuli. |
| Artifacts | Palanquin (Dola): A partially carved 100–150 year old specimen; Baagh-jaal: A traditional tiger-catching net made of jute; Busybee PC/XT: The first computer of Kaliabor College; Japa: A traditional Assamese basketry handicraft. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 3672 295517 |
| Email ID | kaliaborcollege@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
