
Folk Lore Museum Tourism
About Folk Lore Museum







| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours can change for special events or maintenance. Check with the local tourism office or the official website before you go.
| Adult | INR 15 |
|---|---|
| Child | Free |
Prices are subject to change; please check before visiting.
✓ Carry a good camera as photography is allowed and you can capture the cultural artifacts.
✓ Plan to visit during the weekdays as it can get crowded during weekends.
✓ Check for any special exhibitions or events during your visit.
AjayGhanekar
4.0Wrote on 21 May 2023
A must visit museum, even though distant and seemingly unwelcoming
Located in the archeology section of the Mysore university campus, this museum boasts of an impressive collection of a range of objects from the past. What diminishes the overall experience is the enforced ban on photography within the museum premises and the inadequate labelling of artefacts. Especially liked the collection of idols / sculptures and Yakshagana (nature spirits) masks, jewellery, attire etc.
GavinJ594
4.0Wrote on 18 Feb 2020
Strangely interesting - and worth going
This is part of the University and is housed in a faded palace that the Maharaja built for his eldest daughter - the building is pretty impressive but could do with a significant level of major refurbishment. The stuff inside is pretty jumbled and it’s difficult to make sense of what they are or what part in history they played: just make sure that you spend some time looking at the buildings in (preference?) to the displays. They have a strict no-photographs policy although it’s difficult to see why - and it is pretty aggressively enforced. The visit is free and no-one asks for tips - defiantly worth an hour or two of your time.
windbeneathmywings77
3.0Wrote on 3 Jul 2019
Has potential
This is set in the magnificent Mysore university campus. The concept of folklore museum is good but the staff is completely disinterested and has now knowledge about the objects on display, the lighting is poor, there is musty smell all around and absolutely no description of the interesting things on display. This place has potential. If only Indians start valuing their heritage more and make it more interesting for visitors. Instead of free entry, please charge but showcase the history of folk art in a more professional manner.
ethnos
3.0Wrote on 9 Mar 2019
University museum
This museum which comprises several rooms is certainly visited by students but hardly by outsiders. It is not appealing though you can see series of paper face and shoulder masks, rarely seen. On the whole their collections are of very mediocre quality like the jewellery or even household objects: betel nut crackers etc.... Moreover I wonder why taking photos are prohibited.... The most interesting pieces are two huge fragments of wooden chariots in the courtyard. Superbly sculpted, they attest of the grandeur of the ceremonies.
ShahnaXX
4.0Wrote on 25 Jan 2019
Nice Place
Nice place for folk art lovers. This place show cases most of the art works native to Karnataka. It was a nice experience.

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