Carpet Museum of Iran

The Carpet Museum of Iran in District 6 is a textile museum that displays around 135 Persian carpets from different weaving centers across two main exhibition halls. The collection spans various periods and regions, showing the diversity of Iranian carpet-making traditions and techniques.

The museum was established in 1976 and opened to the public in February 1978. This period marked a transition in how the country supported and presented its cultural institutions.

The museum displays works from the country's most renowned weaving centers, including Kashan and Tabriz, where each piece reflects regional techniques and design traditions passed down through generations. These galleries reveal how deeply carpet making is rooted in local craftsmanship and family heritage.

The building was designed by a noted architect and sits in a central district of the city, easily accessible to visitors. Inside, two clearly organized exhibition areas make it straightforward to move through the displays.

The concrete building's exterior features decorative patterns that reflect traditional weaving techniques and mirror the appearance of historic looms. This blend of architecture and craft makes the visit visually engaging from the moment you arrive.

Location: District 6

Architects: Abdol Aziz Farmanfarmaian

Official opening: 1976

Architectural style: Pahlavi architecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,254 m

Made from material: concrete

Part of: Laleh Park

Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00

Website: http://carpetmuseum.ir

GPS coordinates: 35.71414,51.39092

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:03