Since opening in 2001, the Museum has received numerous visitors from India and Abroad, with the numbers growing steadily each year.
Rhinoceros
Tribe: Desia Kandha
Region: Balliguda, Kandhamal
This votive figure of a rhinoceros is worshipped for protection against animal attack.
Bangles
Tribe: Oraon
Region: Subdega, Sundargarh
These heavy bangles with spikes are an important traditional ornament of the Oraon. The spikes prevent a would be assailant from holding a woman’s wrists, and the bangle serves as a weapon of self defense.
Comb
Tribe: Juang
Region: Gonasika, Keonjhar
Used as a hair styling device, this comb is made from bamboo splits and is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection.
Rhinoceros
Tribe: Desia Kandha
Region: Balliguda, Kandhamal
This votive figure of a rhinoceros is worshipped for protection against animal attack.
Bangles
Tribe: Oraon
Region: Subdega, Sundargarh
These heavy bangles with spikes are an important traditional ornament of the Oraon. The spikes prevent a would be assailant from holding a woman’s wrists, and the bangle serves as a weapon of self defense.
Comb
Tribe: Juang
Region: Gonasika, Keonjhar
Used as a hair styling device, this comb is made from bamboo splits and is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection.
Rhinoceros
Tribe: Desia Kandha
Region: Balliguda, Kandhamal
This votive figure of a rhinoceros is worshipped for protection against animal attack.
Bangles
Tribe: Oraon
Region: Subdega, Sundargarh
These heavy bangles with spikes are an important traditional ornament of the Oraon. The spikes prevent a would be assailant from holding a woman’s wrists, and the bangle serves as a weapon of self defense.
Comb
Tribe: Juang
Region: Gonasika, Keonjhar
Used as a hair styling device, this comb is made from bamboo splits and is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection.
Rhinoceros
Tribe: Desia Kandha
Region: Balliguda, Kandhamal
This votive figure of a rhinoceros is worshipped for protection against animal attack.
Bangles
Tribe: Oraon
Region: Subdega, Sundargarh
These heavy bangles with spikes are an important traditional ornament of the Oraon. The spikes prevent a would be assailant from holding a woman’s wrists, and the bangle serves as a weapon of self defense.
Comb
Tribe: Juang
Region: Gonasika, Keonjhar
Used as a hair styling device, this comb is made from bamboo splits and is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection.
Android App (Free)
The Multimedia Tour of the Museum allows the visitors to explore the artefacts on display at the museum, learning more about them through a combination of audio narratives, animated folktales and stunning videos that capture the unique lives of Odisha’s tribal communities, their vibrant celebrations, dance, music, colourful attire and festivals.
This Tour is available in English, Hindi and Odia languages.
The tour is only accessible within the premises of the Museum. Location detection must be enabled on your mobile or tablet to access this tour.
Android App (Free)
The Multimedia Tour of the Museum allows the visitors to explore the artefacts on display at the museum, learning more about them through a combination of audio narratives, animated folktales and stunning videos that capture the unique lives of Odisha’s tribal communities, their vibrant celebrations, dance, music, colourful attire and festivals.
This Tour is available in English, Hindi and Odia languages.
The tour is only accessible within the premises of the Museum. Location detection must be enabled on your mobile or tablet to access this tour.
Android App (Free)
The Multimedia Tour of the Museum allows the visitors to explore the artefacts on display at the museum, learning more about them through a combination of audio narratives, animated folktales and stunning videos that capture the unique lives of Odisha’s tribal communities, their vibrant celebrations, dance, music, colourful attire and festivals.
This Tour is available in English, Hindi and Odia languages.
The tour is only accessible within the premises of the Museum. Location detection must be enabled on your mobile or tablet to access this tour.
Its one of the best museums I have ever visited. And the entry is free! There are about 4 halls depicting tribal heritage and antiques. In every room there are... read more
16th January 2019
It is a pity that there were very few visitors when we visited this place. This is amazingly well maintained and highly recommended place to visit in case one is... read more
22nd March 2019