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Contact Address |
1377-78, Natu Baug, Off. Bajirao Road, Shukrawar Peth, Pune - 411 002 Maharashtra, India |
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Telephone nos |
+ 91 20 2448 21 01,
+ 91 20 2446 1556, + 91 20 2447 44 66. |
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E-mail address |
sudhanva@rajakelkarmuseum.com |
Museum Collection
At the entrance to the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, the ornate wooden arch depicting Agni and Indra greets you… a breathtaking lamp welcomes you…
and at once you are transported into a world of wonders. A world of artistic splendour and awesome beauty. A world that unfolds a veritable treasuretrove of art and craft; where you cannot but marvel at the munificence of human genius, and bow to the vision and zeal of the man who opened our eyes to this glorious world. The 12.5 % of the total collection of every day art and craft of India, is displayed in six galleries. The main sections are Ivory, Wooden Objects, Lamps, Objects of Beautyculture, Arms & Armours, Tambool, Mastani Mahal, Terracota, Toys, Musical Instruments, Leather Puppets, Paintings, Sculptures, Coins, Earthenware, Writing Implements, Bronzes, Textile, Kitchen Utensils, etc. Apart from this, the highlight of the Museum, the Mastani Mahal and a special exhibition are displayed separately in the same premises.
Glimpse of Museum Galleries
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From 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. The Museum is open to
visitors throughout the year |
| Holidays |
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26th January, 15th August and Anant Chaturdashi. |
| Admission Fees |
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Re. 5.00 for children below 12 years Rs. 20.00 for adults above 12 years Rs. 200.00 for Foreigners (adults) Rs. 50.00 for Foreigners (children) Museum entry is free for the Blind and the Disabled |