Museum Address
NMKRV College for Women,
Jayanagar 3rd Block - 560011
(Landmark - Next to Nanda Theatre)
Jayanagar 3rd Block - 560011
(Landmark - Next to Nanda Theatre)
City
State
Karnataka
Pin Code
560011
Email
Phone Number
When was the museum established?
1974
Main category
Other categories
Briefly describe the history of the museum, its collection and donors.
Shashwati Women's Museum is located within NMKRV College, Bangalore.
The museum, which is the brainchild of the late Dr C.N. Mangala, showcases arts and artefacts that showcase the life of women in India through the ages. Artefacts include tools used by women for household chores, examples of women's art, handicrafts, ornaments, and objects of infant care.
Photography
Yes
Videography
No
Cafeteria
No
Museum shop
No
Wheelchair friendly
No
Restroom
No
Drinking water
No
Locker room
No
Parking
Yes
Information in Braille
No
Workshops/seminars/lectures
No
Garden/picnic area
No
Audio/visual guides
No
Guided tours
No
Library and archives services
No
IT facilities ( Photocopying, printing, computer )
No
Who manages the museum?
Others
Others:
Rashtreeya Shikshana Samithi Trust
Person-in-charge of the museum
Chairman
First Name
Dr. Snehalata
Last Name
G Nadiger
Reference Link
http://www.onebangalore.com/bangalore-attractions/museums/shashwati-womens-museum-jayanagar.html
What is the average duration to see the museum?
less than 1 hour
Map your museum’s correct location on the map given below.
12.9322159, 77.5818257
Is the museum currently closed?
No
Image for museum exterior/building
Gallery Images
Image
Image title
Intricate crochet purses made by women
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Image title
Stamp collection featuring eminent women from across the ages, including Mirabai and Indira Gandhi
Entry Fee
Not Applicable
Getting there
Nearest Metro station - Jayanagar metro
Nearest bus station - Jayanagar 3rd block bus station.
Nearest bus station - Jayanagar 3rd block bus station.
Opening Days
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Opening Time
09:00 a.m.
Closing Time
03:00 p.m.