Government Museum, Krishnagiri
| Place | Krishnagiri |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1993 |
| Museum Type | Multipurpose / Archaeological Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Gandhi Road, Poonthottam, Papparapatti, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:30 AM – 05:00 PM (Saturday–Thursday) Closed on Fridays and second Saturdays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹5 (Indian Adults) ₹3 (Children) ₹100 (Foreigners). Camera: ₹20 Video: ₹100 School groups: Free |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1993 as the 12th district museum of Tamil Nadu, the Government Museum, Krishnagiri is situated on Gandhi Road near Apsara Theatre. It was founded to preserve and promote the specific cultural, artistic, and historical heritage of the Krishnagiri district, functioning as both a tourist destination and a center for educational research.
General Collections
The museum features a multi-disciplinary collection across galleries for Archaeology, Anthropology, Geology, Botany, and Zoology. The exhibits range from Paleolithic and Neolithic stone tools to medieval artifacts, regional handicrafts, and natural history specimens indigenous to the Eastern Ghats.
Unique Historical Collections
Hero Stones (Veeragals): A vast and significant collection of Hero Stones, which is the museum's primary highlight. Bimandappalli Hero Stone: A rare 11th-century stone from the reign of Chola King Rajamahendra (1062 CE) depicting a hero with his wife. Tribal Ethnology: Specialized displays of traditional objects and tools belonging to the Irula and Kurumba tribes of the region.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is known for its extensive documentation of the "Hero Stone" culture which is highly prevalent in the Krishnagiri-Dharmapuri belt. It provides historical context for the various forts (like Krishnagiri Fort and Rayakottai) found in the district. |
| Artifacts | Paleolithic, Neolithic, and Megalithic tools; Chola-period stone sculptures; 11th-century inscriptions; Street play (Therukoothu) art objects; Traditional tribal jewelry; Taxidermy specimens of local wildlife; Ancient pottery fragments. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 4343 235802 +91 94434 42991 |
| Email ID | govicuratorkgr@hotmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
