District Museum Ziro
| Place | Hapoli District |
|---|---|
| State | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1965 |
| Museum Type | Ethnographic / Cultural |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Club Rd, Hapoli, Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh 791120 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Monday to Saturday) Closed on Sundays and Government Holidays. |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1956, the District Museum Ziro is one of the oldest museums in Arunachal Pradesh. It serves as a central institution for the preservation and display of the material culture and artistic heritage of the Apatani tribe and other ethnic groups of the Lower Subansiri district.
General Collections
The collection primarily consists of ethnographic objects including traditional tribal costumes, indigenous tools, bamboo and cane handicrafts, and household utility items. It also features a variety of personal ornaments and ceremonial artifacts unique to the Ziro Valley.
Unique Historical Collections
Apatani Cultural Artifacts: Rare traditional nose plugs (yaping hullo) and jewelry made of turquoise and coral, alongside specialized hand-woven textiles (gale) reflecting the specific social history and identity of the Apatani people.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is a critical resource for documentation supporting the "Apatani Cultural Landscape" which is on India's Tentative List for UNESCO World Heritage status. |
| Artifacts | Wooden votive sculptures; Bone and ivory ornaments; Traditional Apatani baskets; Turquoise and coral jewelry; Ancient weaving looms. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details |
+91 3788 224255 (District Administration Office of the Deputy Commissioner) |
Artifact Gallery
