District Archaeological Museum, Rajnandgaon
| Place | Rajnandgaon |
|---|---|
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1977 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Tribal / Heritage |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Mamta Nagar, Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh 491441 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Typically closed on Mondays and Gazette holidays.) |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
The museum was established by the District Archaeology Association and officially inaugurated in its current dedicated building on August 11, 2008. It is designed to document the evolution of the Rajnandgaon princely state and the broader archaeological landscape of the central plains of Chhattisgarh.
General Collections
The collection is organized into five thematic galleries: Entrance, Statue, Archaeology, Arms, and Tribal/Folk Arts. It bridges the gap between the ancient era and the living traditions of local tribes.
Unique Historical Collections
Ancient Shiv Mandir Replica: A high-quality plaster cast of the 13th-century Gandai Shiva Temple is featured prominently in the entrance. Princely Weapons: An exclusive gallery dedicated to the armaments used by the rulers of the Rajnandgaon Princely State.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | Visitors should be aware that recent local news highlights a lack of upkeep, with some artifacts reportedly suffering from dust and neglect. It is located near the District Office building. |
| Artifacts | 45 ancient stone statues; 5 rare metal icons; Prehistoric stone tools and fossils; Tribal jewelry and hunting equipment; Traditional musical instruments. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
Artifact Gallery
