Kala Bhoomi Odisha Crafts Museum
| Place | Bhubaneshwar |
|---|---|
| State | Odisha |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2018 |
| Museum Type | Crafts and Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Gandamunda, Pokhariput, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751020 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Open daily except on certain public holidays) |
| Entry Fee | Indian Adults: ₹50 Indian Students: ₹20 Foreign Nationals: ₹100 Children (Below 12): Free |
Museum Introduction
Inaugurated in 2018, Kala Bhoomi is a tribute to the legendary craftsmanship of Odisha. Spread across 12.68 acres, the museum was established by the Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Department of the Government of Odisha. The complex is built using local materials like laterite stone and terracotta, designed to resemble a traditional Odia household (Badaghar) with connecting courtyards.
General Collections
The museum features eight functional galleries showcasing a vast range of Odisha's artisanal heritage. This includes Terracotta, Traditional Paintings (Pattachitra), Stone and Wood carvings, Metal crafts (Dhokra and Bell Metal), Natural Crafts, and a comprehensive collection of Pre-weaving and Handloom textiles.
Unique Historical Collections
The museum houses a rare collection of 18th and 19th-century Ganjapa cards (traditional playing cards) and intricately carved "Palm Leaf Manuscripts" (Talapatra Chitra) that detail ancient Odia literature and religious texts. It also features a unique display of the diverse tribal jewelry from the various indigenous communities of Odisha.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is divided into two blocks: the Handicrafts Block and the Handloom Block. It also features an outdoor amphitheater, a workshop area for live demonstrations by National Award-winning artisans, and a dedicated "Souvenir Shop" (Utkalika) selling authentic crafts. |
| Artifacts | Silver Filigree (Chandi Tarkaasi) work from Cuttack; Dhokra metal figurines; Sambalpuri and Ikkat handloom sarees; Miniature stone replicas of the Konark Sun Temple; Pattachitra scrolls; Lacquer work from Nabarangpur. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 674 235 0122 +91 674 235 1101 |
| Email ID | info@odishacraftsmuseum.com |
Artifact Gallery
