Kerala Biodiversity Museum
| Place | Thiruvananthapuram |
|---|---|
| State | Kerala |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2017 |
| Museum Type | Science and Natural History (Biodiversity) |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Eanchakkal Roundabout, Vallakkadavu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695024 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) |
| Entry Fee | Adults: ₹40
Students (under 18): ₹30
Children (under 5): Free
(Current rates for 2026 group dis |
Museum Introduction
Established in June 2018 by the Kerala State Biodiversity Board (KSBB), this museum is housed in a renovated 19th-century heritage boathouse at Vallakkadavu. It was designed to create awareness about the state's rich natural heritage and the urgent need for conservation. The museum offers an immersive experience, tracing the story of life from the Big Bang to the complex ecosystems of the modern day.
General Collections
The museum utilizes a mix of traditional and high-tech exhibits, including life-size models of animals, dioramas of various forest types, and interactive touchscreens. The collection covers diverse themes such as marine life, avian diversity, medicinal plants, and the cultural interface between tribal communities and their environment.
Unique Historical Collections
Features the "Science on a Sphere" (SOS) system—a room-sized global display system that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data onto a giant animated sphere, including real-time NASA climate data. It also houses a comprehensive display of traditional rice varieties of Kerala and a dedicated gallery for endangered and endemic species of the Western Ghats.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum building itself is an architectural attraction—a historical boathouse situated by the T.S. Canal (Trivandrum-Shoranur Canal). It is highly interactive, featuring a 3D theater that screens documentaries on nature conservation. |
| Artifacts | Life-size animal replicas; Dioramas of silent valley and mangroves; Collection of native seeds and shells; Interactive kiosks for species identification; 3D theater exhibits; 68 varieties of medicinal plants in an onsite garden. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 471 2504750 |
| Email ID | keralabiodiversitymuseum@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
