Terracotta Pots at the Museum

At a few minutes drive from the Qutab Minar complex in Mehrauli lie the two beautiful museums of Sanskriti Kendra- Sanskriti Museum of Indian Terracotta & Sanskriti Museum of Everyday Art. Both the museums are part of Sanskriti Kendra's continuous efforts to preserve and present indigenous heritage, craftsmanship, aesthetic functionality and cultural practices of India.

Sanskriti Museum of Indian Terracotta - The terracotta is an important functional art in India and is said to be the first creative expression of any civilization. The museum has over 1500 exquisite exhibits made up of terracotta on display. Made by expert craft persons and artisans from all over the country, the museum has a fine collection of polished clay pots, decorative tiles, mythological figures, relief panels, and animals. A special gallery has also been set up to throw light on the history of the ancient tradition of terracotta art.

Sanskriti Museum of Everyday Art – The Sanskriti Museum of Everyday Art was established in 1984 to highlight the beauty and appeal within simple Indian household objects that reflect fine craftsmanship and creativity and centuries of collective wisdom. Made by master craftsmen with aesthetic creativity from all over the country, the collection of the museum includes vessels, religious objects, tribal idols, jars, weights and measures, kitchen accessories, boxes, combs, mirrors, brass markers, locks and latches, toys and women's toiletries.

There is also a textile museum within the complex with a good collection of Indian textiles from the early 19th century onwards.

Address – Anandgram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, opposite Ayanagar

How to Reach – Take a bus going towards Gurgaon via MG Road or hire a cab/auto. There is no Metro station nearby.

Timing – 10am – 5pm (Mondays Closed)