Introduction

The Folklore Museum was set up in 1968 and true to its name it has a spectacular collection of more than 6,500 unique folk items from themes related to music, dance and drama. The museum is located in the Mysore University Campus which also houses the Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion.

The museum has a great collection of regional garments, musical instruments and ceremonial headgear, leather puppets, lamps and ornamental wooden altar. A wide variety of objects belonging to Soliga tribe are also exhibited at the museum - village deities, saw dust dolls, jewellery, cooking utensils etc. The museum has the costumes, masks and puppets from the classic art form -Yakshagana.

The museum also houses articles from in and around Karnataka. Kathakali costumes from Kerala, the crown of Hanuman from North Karnataka and the traditional costumes of dramatists from Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu impart an eclectic quality to the museum.

While touring the museum one should watch the wooden figures from villages. The leather puppets are another interesting item displayed at the Folklore Museum of Mysore.

Special Attributes

A visit to the museum is incomplete without a stroll on the Lake Bund.

Nuisance

The site is very peaceful and free of irritants.

Dressing restrictions

Feel free to wear comfortable clothing. Wear comfortable walking shoes.

Connectivity

Taxis, Buses, Auto Rickshaws

Enjoyed by

All

Exposure

During summers, keep your sunglasses handy. Winter evenings may get a little chilly so carry some light jackets or drapes.

Avoidable Season

June, July, August

Facilities

Basic, plan accordingly

Things Not Allowed

Weapons, Liquor, Plastic Bags

Tip

It is advised to read about the site before visiting it. This will help you appreciate the place better.

Type of site

Recreation, Museum