Central Sikh Museum
ਕੇਂਦਰੀ ਸਿੱਖ ਅਜਾਇਬ ਘਰ
A free museum on the upper floor above the north entrance of the Golden Temple, using a large collection of oil paintings to tell the story of the Sikh Gurus, martyrs and modern history.
The museum opened in 1958 on an upper floor beside the clock tower at the Golden Temple's main entrance. Its galleries feature mainly oil paintings depicting the lives of the ten Gurus, the stories of Sikh martyrs and modern history, including the events of 1984. It also displays ancient weapons, manuscripts and musical instruments. Some images are quite graphic, so be mindful if you are bringing children. Admission is free. You can visit before entering the Golden Temple or on your way out. Allow about 45 minutes.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–19:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Guru Ram Das Langar
- Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib)
- Akal Takht
- Heritage Street
- Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai
- Jallianwala Bagh
- Partition Museum
- Bharawan Da Dhaba