3 Best Museums in Mumbai

“Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, located in the heart of South Mumbai near the Gateway of India, is one of the country's most famous cultural institutions. The museum is built in Indo-Saracenic style architecture and is surrounded by a garden with palm trees and formal flower beds. The museum earned first place from the Indian Heritage Society for the exemplary maintenance of the building. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya has around 50,000 artefacts and has an impressive collection of sculptures. Several artefacts in the museum were acquired from Seth Purshottam Mavji, Karl and Meherbai Khandalavala, and the Archaeological Survey of India. The museum offers a range of learning experiences, including conferences, orientations, teacher training workshops, and seminars for schools. In addition, the museum building is wheelchair accessible. Moreover, the museum provides wheelchair-accessible facilities to ensure inclusivity for all visitors. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya has played a pivotal role in raising awareness of the extensive collection through a variety of visitor-friendly initiatives.”

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“Nehru Science Centre opened in 1985, is one of the largest interactive science centres in India. Located on 8 acres of parkland with diverse plants, trees, and shrubs, the museum features permanent science exhibitions on various themes. Operating as an autonomous society under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, the museum oversees 25 Science Centres nationwide. The museum offers interactive exhibits for both kids and adults, along with seminars, events, and IMAX films. Nehru Science Centre has excellent infrastructure and a skilled workforce for developing and organising high-quality scientific shows and educational activities. With over 500 hands-on and interactive science exhibits, the museum attracts more than 750,000 visitors annually, providing opportunities to learn and enjoy during their holidays. You can also enjoy tea, coffee, and snacks at Nehru Science Centre. The center offers free entry for children up to 3.4 feet (102 cm) in height, as well as for Defence and Paramilitary forces in uniform, physically challenged individuals, and ICOM members.”

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“Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya is a historic two-story building serving as a museum and center of science. The museum highlights Gandhi's life, featuring his room, a library, photos, films, and other displays. Dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, the building serves as a lasting tribute to the transformative movements he initiated from the Bhavan. Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya, a key site in India’s struggle for freedom, features a ground floor with the museum office and a library having a collection of about 40,000 books in both Reference and Lending sections. The second floor includes Mahatma Gandhi’s Mumbai residence from that period, showcasing two of his spinning wheels, a book, and a well-preserved bed. The museum features a sales counter where visitors can purchase Gandhi postage stamps, photos, Gandhian literature, and statues as souvenirs. In addition, lifetime memberships are available. The museum organises various competitions for school and college students, encouraging engagement and participation.”

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