State Museum of Goa
GOA
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The Goa State Museum, also known as the State Archaeology Museum, is a premier cultural institution located in Panaji, Goa. Established in 1977, the museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich heritage of Goa through its extensive collection of artifacts, artworks, and historical objects. The museum's official website provides detailed information about its galleries, collections, visiting hours, and ongoing events, serving as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and tourists alike.
Project Details
Brief Background
Initially set up as an Archaeology Museum unit of the Department of Archives in 1973 the Goa State Museum opened to the public in 1977. Over the years it has amassed a collection of over 8 000 artifacts including stone sculptures wooden objects carvings bronzes paintings manuscripts rare coins and anthropological items. The museum was previously housed in the EDC Complex in Patto Panaji but has since been relocated to the historic Adil Shah s Palace (Old Secretariat) in Panaji.
Objective
Preservation of Heritage: To collect conserve and exhibit artifacts that reflect the diverse cultural and historical legacy of Goa.Goa App Educational Outreach: To educate the public about Goa s rich history and cultural traditions through exhibitions workshops and seminars.
Research Facilitation: To support scholarly research by providing access to its extensive collections and archival materials.
Cultural Promotion: To promote awareness and appreciation of Goa s unique cultural identity among locals and visitors.
Benefits
Diverse Collections: The museum houses a wide array of artifacts spanning various periods and themes including ancient sculptures colonial-era furniture religious art and ethnographic items.Thematic Galleries: With 14 distinct galleries visitors can explore different aspects of Goan history and culture such as the Freedom Struggle Gallery Christian Art Gallery and Numismatics Gallery. goamuseum.gov.in +3 Escape to Explore +3 Wikipedia .
Educational Programs: The museum organizes lectures workshops and exhibitions aimed at educating the public and fostering cultural engagement.
Accessibility: Located in the heart of Panaji the museum is easily accessible to both locals and tourists making it a convenient destination for cultural exploration.
