About Assam State Museum
Assam State Museum, located in the heart of Guwahati, is one of the largest repositories of Assam’s cultural history. Established in 1940, it showcases the state’s archaeological, epigraphic, and cultural treasures.
The museum is divided into sections including archaeology, epigraphy, art, anthropology, and natural history. Visitors can see stone carvings, metalwork, sculptures of Hindu deities, Buddhist relics, and tribal artifacts — all telling the story of Assam’s evolution.
For pilgrims visiting Kamakhya Temple and other Guwahati temples, the museum offers a deeper understanding of the region’s spiritual and cultural roots.
Exhibits & Collections
The museum houses thousands of artifacts, including:
Archaeological Gallery: Stone idols of Vishnu, Shiva, Surya, and Buddhist figures from 4th–12th century CE.
Epigraphy Section: Copper plate inscriptions and stone scripts in Sanskrit and early Assamese.
Anthropology Section: Tribal masks, traditional attire, musical instruments, and tools.
Manuscript Gallery: Illustrated manuscripts on Vaishnavism and Srimanta Sankaradeva’s teachings.
Each section provides a glimpse into Assam’s spiritual and artistic legacy, making the museum an educational and devotional experience.
Timings & Entry
Museum Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays & 2nd/4th Saturdays)
Entry Fee: Nominal charge for adults, discounted rates for students, separate fee for cameras.
Best Time to Visit: October to March for pleasant weather and better exploration.
Tip: Visit in the late morning to enjoy the museum at a relaxed pace before continuing your temple darshan circuit.
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The museum plays a vital role in preserving Assam’s temple culture, displaying sculptures and relics from different dynasties that patronized Kamakhya Temple and other shrines.
For devotees on a Kamakhya Darshan pilgrimage, visiting Assam State Museum enhances the spiritual journey by connecting historical context with living traditions.
Travel Guide & How to Reach
The Assam State Museum is centrally located at Dighalipukhuri, Guwahati.
By Road: Well-connected by city buses, autos, and cabs.
By Rail: Just 3 km from Guwahati Railway Station.
By Air: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is around 22 km away.
Nearby attractions include Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Temple, Basistha Ashram, and Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, making it easy to plan a full spiritual and cultural itinerary.