Carpet Museum of Iran, Textile museum in District 6 of Tehran, Iran
The Carpet Museum of Iran features two exhibition halls displaying an extensive collection of 135 Persian carpets from various weaving centers.
The museum, established in 1976 under the direction of Shahbanu Farah Pahlavi, opened its doors to the public in February 1978.
The permanent collection presents carpets from major regions including Kashan, Kerman, Isfahan, Tabriz, Khorasan, and Kurdistan, representing different weaving traditions.
The museum contains a specialized library of 7,000 books and operates daily from 9:00 to 17:00, welcoming visitors to explore Iranian textile heritage.
The concrete building, designed by architect Abdol Aziz Farmanfarmaian, features exterior decorations that mirror the patterns of traditional carpet looms.
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: May 14, 2025 14:14
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