Tribal Research Institute Museum

The Tribal Research Institute Museum holds artworks and objects from the indigenous communities of Odisha in several exhibition spaces. The collection includes sculptures, hunting equipment, clothing, and everyday items that show how these peoples work and live.

The museum was established in the 1950s to document and preserve the art and knowledge of tribal peoples. Later, replicas of traditional dwellings were built to show visitors the authentic living conditions of these communities.

The exhibits feature everyday objects made by hand - musical instruments, textiles, and household items that reflect how people still live and work today. These pieces show traditions that have been passed down through families and remain central to community identity.

Plan time to walk around and explore at a relaxed pace, especially the replicas of dwellings where you can enter the spaces and look closely. Clear signage and information throughout help you understand the different sections and get the most from your visit.

Local craftspeople built the replicas of dwellings using traditional methods, so the structures show genuine building techniques from the past. This makes them more than just display pieces - they are living examples of how people actually constructed their homes.

Location: Bhubaneswar

Inception: 1953

Address: near CRPF Square, Nayapalli, Unit VIII, Bhubaneshwar

Phone: +9106742563649

Email: scstrti@yahoo.co.in

Website: http://scstrti.in

GPS coordinates: 20.25620,85.84150

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55