District Museum Haflong
| Place | Haflong |
|---|---|
| State | Assam |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1986 |
| Museum Type | Ethnographic / Archaeological |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Halflong East, Haflong, Assam 788819 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Winter: 10:00 AM – 04:15 PM) Closed on Mondays and government holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹10 (Adults) ₹5 (Students) ₹50 (Foreigners) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1985, the District Museum Haflong serves as the primary repository for the cultural and historical heritage of the Dima Hasao district. It is dedicated to documenting the socio-cultural life of the indigenous tribes inhabiting the North Cachar Hills.
General Collections
The collection includes traditional tribal costumes, agricultural implements, hunting tools, and handloom products. It also features a significant section dedicated to local archaeological finds and natural history specimens.
Unique Historical Collections
Neolithic Artifacts: A collection of stone tools and handmade pottery recovered from the Daojali Hading site, providing evidence of early human habitation in the region.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is a key educational center for understanding the distinct identity of the Dimasa people and other ethnic groups like the Zeme Nagas and Hmars. |
| Artifacts | Stone jars (megalithic); Traditional Dimasa 'Rignai' (textiles); Bamboo and cane artifacts; Ancient coins; Wood carvings. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 3673 236250 (District Administration) |
| Email ID | museum-haflong@assam.gov.in |
Artifact Gallery
