Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
The Government Museum also known as Egmore Museum or the Madras Museum is the second oldest museums in India.The Government Museum originated from the museum in Madras which was planned by the Madras Literary Society in 1846. It has the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside Europe. Many of the buildings situated within the Government Museum are over 100 years old. The Government Museum comprises several galleries under various sections like archaeology, anthropology, geology, botany, numismatics, contemporary art, zoology and children.
The public library of the museum, also known as Connemara public library, bears a 200 feet tower. Although the public library was inaugurated in 1853, it was opened to public in the year 1862. The present National Art Gallery was earlier Victoria Technical Institute Building that was taken over by the authorities and renamed. The same was opened on November 27, 1951 when the museum celebrated its centenary attended and inaugurated by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
Interesting Facts
Suggested time duration
4 HoursCrowded Period
WeekendBest Season To Visit
April to SeptemberDo's & Dont's
Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
Don't touch the articafts.
Architecture
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Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
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All Days | 09:30 AM | 05:30 PM |
Transport Connections
Name | Distance | Contact Number |
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Egmore Bus Stand
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1.3 KM | 1800-419-4287 |
Egmore Railway Station |
1.2 KM | 139 |
Chennai International Airport
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16.3 KM | 044-22560551 |
What to Carry
Carry water bottleSuitable For
Facilities
Parking
Parking is available for 5 carsNearest Town
Town Name | Distance |
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Washermanpet | 4.3 KM |
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