Odisha State Maritime Museum Tourism

The Odisha State Maritime Museum in Cuttack, Odisha is an institution dedicated to the maritime history of the state. Located by the banks of the Mahanadi River, the museum occupies the site of a former maritime workshop dating back to the British era. It showcases Odisha's rich maritime heritage through its extensive collections. The museum has six galleries that display traditional boat building, maritime rituals, navigation techniques, and artifacts recovered from shipwrecks. The site is also equipped with a library, an aquarium, and has facilities for site demonstrations. The renovation and conversion of the old workshop to the modern museum aimed at preserving the state's maritime legacy. Prominent displays include models of ancient boats, detailed accounts of maritime trade, and the region's connection with Southeast Asia. The museum is a hub for educational activities, attracting historians, researchers, and casual visitors interested in learning about the culture and history of maritime Odisha.