Bangabandhu Memorial Museum:
The residence of the Father of the nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at
Dhanmondi, turned into a museum. It contains rare collection of personal
effects and photographs of his lifetime. Phone: 880-2-8110646
Mukti Juddha Museum:
Situated at Segun Bagicha area of the city. The museum contains rare
photographs of Ligeration War and items used by the freedom fighters during the
period. Phone: 880-29559091
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| Ahsan Manzil Museum |
Ahsan Manzil Museum: On the bank to the rive Buriganga in Dhaka the pink majestic Ahsan Manzil has been renovated
and turned into a museum recently. It is an example of the nation’s rich
cultural heritage. It was the home of the Nawab (Ruler) of Dhaka
and a silent spectator to many events. The renovated Ahsan Manzil is a monument
of immense historical beauty. It has 31 rooms with a huge dome atop which can
be seen from miles around. It now has 23 galleries displaying portraits,
furniture and household articles and utensils used by the Nawabs. Phone:
880-2-7391122.
Folk Art Museum:
The Folk Art Museum was established in 1975 to fulfill the dream of the
celebrated painter Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin. The Museum has a very rich
collection fo folk objects of different materials and forms of aesthetic and
utilitarian values. These undoubtedly reflect the sentiments, impulse,
temperament, moods, idiosyncrasy, skill and expertise of the artists and
artisans. It is a national institution which represents traditional art,
heritage of Bangladesh,
exhibiting objects of exceptional design and skill. Open: Saturday-Wednesday,
9.00 a.m – 5.00 p.m. Closed: Thursday, Friday & Govt. Holidays.
Science Museum: Located at Agargaon, the museum is a modern
learning center related to the latest scientific discoveries.