Himachal State Museum
A state museum housed in a colonial villa, known for its Pahari miniature paintings, mountain deity sculptures and folk costume collections.
The Himachal State Museum is housed in England Lodge, a British-style villa on the west side of town. Its collection includes Pahari (hill-style) miniature paintings, Kangra and Chamba style paintings, stone and bronze sculptures from across Himachal Pradesh, Chamba embroidered handkerchiefs, folk costumes and jewellery, making it the best introduction to the culture of the hill regions. It is a medium-sized museum, and about an hour is enough. Entry is inexpensive. It is usually closed on Mondays and public holidays. It can be combined with the Viceregal Lodge on the same route.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Kalka–Shimla Railway
- Viceregal Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas)
- Annandale & Army Heritage Museum
- Kali Bari Temple
- Sankat Mochan Temple
- Scandal Point & Gaiety Theatre
- The Mall & The Ridge
- Christ Church