Malda District Museum

Closed since last six months as reported by locals. No official noticed anywhere. No information of expected reopening seen anywhere. No officials could be traced. Sad, that a small museum is closed for so long without assigning proper reasons to visitors.

Only one museum at Malda nearby Vivekananda ScThe museum took off initially as a collection of historic artifacts found within the district and was set up within the premises of the Malda District Library. It was later shifted to a new adjacent building of its own and granted the status of a museum in its own right under the State Directorate of Archaeology.

Though Malda itself came up only in the times of British colonial rule, the region had been the seat of power of Bengal since the 7th century till the late 16th century, when the nearby Gour and Pandua served as the capital cities of the entire Bengal region. The museum, renovated and revamped recently, showcases the archaeological, anthropological, and historical heritage of the region. [3] The museum has a number of fine specimens of sculptures, figurines, calligraphic inscription tablets, terracotta plaques and other artifacts that represent more than 1500 years of history and heritage. Malda Museum is an archaeological museum under the West Bengal Directorate of Archaeology. The museum was established in 1937[2] and is situated on Subhankar Bandh Road of English Bazar in Malda district of West Bengal, India

There is a good collection of architectural art from different periods. The collection of ancient coins and inscriptions is also excellent.

Having a collection of Vishnu of different ages in ground floor

And coins in 1st floor are good collection. No guide available. 5/- ticket

Absolutely disappointing. Went there well before the closing time to see a person closing the gates. Did not open the gates even after requesting (although that is within visiting hour). No curator was present. Absolutely rubbish. How can a museum run like this?

Nice museum. Behaviour of curator is very friend. But govt.should give some attention to it. Proper keepings of curio is needed.

It is a very good Historical place. I visited there recently. Then, A curator guide me every time and I saw many good Sculpture like"RMH-4 Mahismardini. Malda" etc.

Nice place for students and ancient time lover. It is fully closed on Thursday and half-day closed on Wednesday

It's was good and found coins dating back to 1600 to 1800 and also sculpture of ancient god and goddess

The only museum in our district.different types of archeological sculptures, precious metalic idols discovered during excavation are carefully kept here

First is the lack of infrastructure, second is lack of well-educated and skilled Guide, Third is many historical monuments of Malda Dist are in state of disrepair, Fourth is the historical monuments of Malda Dist have been brought to the notice of the new generation at various levels of Govt and private sector, overall it will be nice Malda Museum decorated from inside and outside.

You can't deny that district based museum is not easy to establish. Likewise it has come up to present form from very rudimentary form to an envious block of collection of sculptures mainly, along with a few numismatics in half finished shelves. They are mostly from mid fifteenth century (Rukunuddin Barbak Shah).

But excepting that all sculptures belong to pre-sultanate era ie 9th to 12th century. And lo, those are the feast for the eyes; after seeing massive post twelveth century monuments, mostly mosques these intricate galore of works shows abundance of artistic excellence of Senas, Palas because I have not seen anything older than eighth century and of about 40 statues only three are of Lord Buddha from 8th to 11th Pala rule. Others are all from both Pala, Sena, with brief Chola and Deba dynasty. They say till date many such exquisite sculptures are found in ponds and lakes, anybody can guess how many of them are destroyed and how many palaces, temples and forts are demolished by ruthless invaders. Nevertheless, for those who have realized the facts of history this oasis of revived proud history Indian rulers is solace for bruised heart.

Bad room, bad restaurant khabar, extra charge room and restaurant items asking staff 5%service and 5% restaurant charge.no mention.

Should visit this small museum just adjacent to Malda Ramakrishna Mission. Close on Thursday. Timing 10.30am to 4.30 pm. Photography not allowed inside. A few stone sculptures of Lord Shivs, Vishnu, Buddha, Surya and different forms of Devi Durga are there. Another building is opening soon. Entry fee Rs. 5.

A good place. A lot of historic statue and monuments are there. Such a good place that you can visit it with your family, you can come with your friends. Teachers can also choose this place for a quick educational tour. But one thing that I experienced that this place need more facilities. Those thing are really valuable but there are no sufficient security and other things. It could me much better place with some upgradation.

Lovely place. The town of Malda used to be the ancient capital of Bengal before colonial rule. The Malda Museum, situated on Bandh Road, serves to showcase the rich historical heritage of the area. The museum has a number of fine specimens like stone and bronze sculptures, dating back to around 750 AD to 1200 AD.

As all other things in malda are
being renewed, this museum also
needs addition of more interesting
materials. Contains historical
sculptures of Buddha rule and Pal
and Sena Dynasty interesting for
people having a keen interest in
history of people who are history
students.
Very near from the main town. Of
you are interested, then visit.

This is just like a store room of 10th to 12th century sculpture, found at Malda District.
Short description is require for every sculpture.
Smll items like coin, medel, painting.etc are not displayed.

A small district museum. Entry fee rs 5.00 only per person. The collection ranges from stone idols to terracota plaques as well as some manuscripts. The museum is undergoing some repair for extension, expected to be completed by october, 2019. Staffs are nice and helpful. Restroom is also there. However, no parking space for vehicles.

Malda Museum is an archaeological museum under the West Bengal Directorate of Archaeology, situated on the Bandh Road of Malda Town.

The museum took off initially as a collection of historic artifacts found within the district within the premises of the District Library. It was then shifted to a new adjacent building of its own and granted the status of a museum in its own right under the State Directorate of Archaeology.

Though Malda Town itself came up only in the times of British colonial rule, the region had been the seat of power of Bengal since the 7th century.till the late 16th century when the nearby Gour and Pandua served as the capital cities of the entire Bengal region. The museum, renovated and revamped recently, showcases the archaeological, anthropological, and historical heritage of the region. The museum has a number of fine specimens of sculptures, figurines, calligraphic inscription tablets, terracotta plaques and other artifacts that represent more than 1500 years of history and heritage.

I went there on 11-10-2019 at 11: 34 AM, it was a Friday but still it was closed. No one is there. I read the reviews about Malda district Musium, want to verify but it was not possible due to the same reason. First there is no communication from the core of the City Rathbari more or Malda Town railway station.

Not a visit worthy place, location is very remote. Reaching this place is a sort of task (car bigger than Maruti Swift would really struggle to negotiate in the narrow lanes). No parking facility. Not well maintained, housekeeping is poor. The caretaker cum housekeeper wearing only langot was busy in housekeeping with broom even at 10: 30 AM. A kid around 5 years old came with ticket booklet and the caretaker asked us to fill up names and pay the fare ₹ 5/- per head.