National Museum
Exhibitions
Why ‘Pra-Kashi: Silk, Gold & Silver From The City Of Light ‘ is a must-see at the National Museum, Delhi
For centuries, the city of Kashi (Varanasi) has been celebrated for it's textiles. Take a dip into the treasure chest of the most exquisite, resplendent contemporary textiles from one of the world's oldest cities...
Objects
Futuh Al-Haramayn : a pilgrim’s guide to Hajj | National Museum New Delhi
Each year, millions of muslims from around the world, gather together to undertake the holy journey, "Hajj". Hajj is also the fifth pillar of Islam, and apart from it's religious significance, it has played...
Experiences
My Experience: Internship at the National Museum
In the summer of 2017, I had the opportunity to intern at one of India’s premier museums – the National Museum in New Delhi. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience there and I hope that...
Downloads
Bringing the Jungle into the Museum: Activity Guide on Birds & Animals
The National Museum Delhi has an activity booklet on Birds and Animals for young visitors. Designed like a treasure hunt, this activity guide is sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike! Parents...
Quick Guides
Sharan Rani Gallery of Musical Instruments, National Museum Delhi
SOUNDCITE_CONFIG = {soundcloud_client_id: "2t9loNQH90kzJcsFCODdigxfp325aq4z"}https://cdn.knightlab.com/libs/soundcite/latest/js/soundcite.min.js A brass drum from Rajasthan, a Rabab from Kashmir , Edison's patented phonograph, a glass Mridangam and so many other instruments from across India at the National Museum New Delhi's Sharan...
Museum walk
6 Badass Women at the National Museum Delhi
Any visit to the National Museum in Delhi is incomplete if you haven’t met some of the badass women who stay here. Every time I go back to the museum, I make it a...
Culture
Shubho Mahalaya : celebrating the Glory of the Goddess
Shubho Mahalaya! As a child growing up with Bengali grandparents, this day meant about waking up to the sound of a booming voice on the radio, narrating a story I couldn't particularly understand; it...
Museum Revolution
How the Best Museums in India will Own 2017
In a previous post, I mentioned the New Year Resolutions Museums can undertake to engage visitors. This post explores some of the exciting resolutions and plans that Museum professionals have underway to make it a year...