Dharohar Museum
| Place | Thanesar |
|---|---|
| State | Haryana |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2006 |
| Museum Type | Cultural / Heritage / Ethnographic |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Kurukshetra University, Thanesar, Haryana 136119 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday Closed on Mondays and major public holidays.) |
| Entry Fee | ₹40 (General Visitors) ₹20 (KUK Students) ₹50 (Combo ticket including 1857 Museum) |
Museum Introduction
Inaugurated on April 28, 2006, during the Golden Jubilee Year of Kurukshetra University, the museum portrays the living traditions of Haryana. It features over 50 curated galleries designed to connect the younger generation with their rural and agricultural roots.
General Collections
The collection focuses on Haryanvi folk life, featuring traditional costumes, jewelry, agricultural tools, household utensils, and musical instruments. It also houses a section dedicated to the Indian Army and the history of Kurukshetra University.
Unique Historical Collections
World’s Largest Operational Hookah: A massive, functional traditional smoking pipe. The Village Model: A life-size, realistic recreation of a traditional Haryanvi village, including a mud kitchen and various socio-economic exhibits.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/Y4DkthZ_dtU?si=vMO8IMWDrZw3Qc5T |
|---|---|
| Video Courtesy | Free Media Initiative YT Channel and Kurukshetra University |
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The museum is self-sustaining and is the only university-run museum of its kind in India. It also operates a sister wing, the 1857 War Museum, located in the same vicinity. |
| Artifacts | Trunk of the Nawab of Kunjpura; Paani Ki Ghadi (traditional water clock); Badi Sarangi and Jogia Sarangi; Victorian Baggi (carriage); Ancient and medieval coins. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 98962-43643 (Prof. Vivek Chawla Professor-Incharge) |
| Email ID | dharohar@kuk.ac.in |
Artifact Gallery
