NATIONAL HANDICRAFTS AND HANDLOOMS MUSEUM
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
Popularly known as the Crafts Museum, the National Handicrafts Museum is a colorful amalgamation of the diverse culture and rich traditions of our country. Located in the far corner of the magnanimous Pragati Maidan in Delhi, the museum is a centre to exhibit varied specimens in handicrafts, textile and local decor. Designed by the prominent architect Charles Correa, the museum is currently under the management of Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. At present, the museum houses over thirty-three thousand assorted collection of various crafts collected over a period of last 60 years from different states of India. A treasure trove of rich handloom and hand crafted products, the repository also has a sales section dedicated to satiate the visitors if they want to pick souvenirs.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
April to September
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
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Don't touch the articafts.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SundayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday | 10:00 AM | 06:00 PM | 20 | 10 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 200
- Monday is Holiday
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminal |
7 KM | 91-1123365358 |
 Pragati Maidan Railway Station |
3 KM | 139 |
 Indira Gandhi International Airport |
17 KM | 0124-3376000 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 15 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | 4 KM |
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