Government Museum, Sikar
| Place | Sikar |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1995 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Regional Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Sikar - Harsh - Jeenmata Rd, Shastri Nagar, Sikar, Rajasthan 332001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:45 AM – 05:15 PM (Tuesday–Sunday) Closed on Mondays and public holidays (e.g., Dhulandi) |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 (Indian Adults) ₹10 (Indian Students) ₹100 (Foreigners) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1996 and managed by the Government of Rajasthan, the Government Museum, Sikar is dedicated to the preservation and display of the rich cultural heritage of the Shekhawati region. It is housed in a building constructed by the Public Works Department and serves as a central repository for antiquities found across the Sikar district.
General Collections
The museum features a significant collection of stone sculptures, terracotta items, ancient coins, and weapons. It primarily showcases artifacts from the Shekhawati region, highlighting the transition of art and culture from the ancient to the medieval periods.
Unique Historical Collections
Harshanath Sculptures: A rare collection of 252 stone sculptures and an inscription gifted by the Rao Raja of Sikar, originally from the 10th-century Harshnath Temple. Ganeshwara Antiquities: Archaeological finds including copper objects and pottery from the ancient site of Ganeshwara, representing the early Copper Age culture in Rajasthan.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum maintains a specific focus on the "Sunari" and "Ganeshwara" excavation models to educate visitors on local archaeological stratigraphy. It is officially known as the Rajkumar Hardayal Singh Government Museum. |
| Artifacts | 10th-century Harshanath Temple sculptures; Aadi Varaha coins; Ashwa Rohi coins; Mughal coins of Emperor Mohammad Shah; Copper celts from Ganeshwara; Weapons from Neem Ka Thana; Stone idols from Dantaramgarh and Khandela. |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 1572 254131 |
| Email ID | curmus.sikar@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
