Museums in Bangalore

Karnataka Government Museum And Venkatappa Art Gallery : Established in 1865, the museum houses sculptures from the Hoysala, Gandhara, etc. periods. Also on view are antiquities from Mohenjodaro and terracotta from Mathura. The painting section includes miniature paintings from the Rajasthani and Pahari schools. There are also traditional glass and other paintings from the Mysore school. Among the miscellaneous items are ivory carvings and inlay work, sandalwood caskets and other objects and arms and armoury.

Janapada Loka : Janapada Loka is a treasure-trove of Karnataka's folk heritage. The 15-acre complex houses museums, an open-air theatre, a studio and other structures. The museum, drawn from the life and arts of a large number of tribal and rural folk across Karnataka, has an amazing collection of 5000 artefacts that represent the essence of Karnataka's folk culture. The display includes an array of agricultural hunting and fishing implements, weapons, ingenious household gadgets, masks, dolls and shadow puppets. Timings: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays.