Manipur State Museum

The Manipur State Museum is a regional institution in Imphal that focuses on the history and culture of local communities. Its galleries display artworks, historical objects, farming tools, and natural history collections from the area.

The institution was founded in 1969 and preserves important documents and manuscripts that trace the development of the region. Its collections reveal how the area changed and grew over centuries.

The displays feature handcrafted textiles and jewelry made by people in the region, showing skills passed down through generations. You can see how these items were worn during daily activities and special celebrations.

The museum is easily reached by foot or taxi and sits near Imphal City center. It is best to arrive early in the day so you have plenty of time to walk through the galleries.

One of the most striking features is a 54-foot royal boat called Hiyang Hiren displayed in an open gallery space. Alongside this vessel sit gilded art pieces and a gold-plated mask, representing rare crafted works from earlier periods.

Location: Imphal

Inception: September 23, 1969

Address: Kangla, Imphal

Phone: +913852421794

GPS coordinates: 24.80485,93.93709

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:46