Appendix J: Directory of Museums, Cultural Centers, and Libraries

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Appendix J: Directory of Museums, Cultural Centers, and Libraries

This directory provides details of key institutions in Himachal Pradesh that preserve, promote, and celebrate its culture, history, and knowledge systems.

1. Himachal State Museum – Shimla

• Location: Chaura Maidan, Shimla

• Highlights: Miniature paintings, Himachali textiles, temple carvings, manuscripts.

• Established: 1974

2. Kangra Art Museum – Dharamshala

• Location: Kotwali Bazaar, Dharamshala

• Highlights: Famous Kangra paintings, tribal artifacts, jewelry, and sculptures.

• Special Note: Hosts live demonstrations and temporary exhibitions.

3. Bhuri Singh Museum – Chamba

• Location: Near Chaugan, Chamba

• Highlights: Rare copper plates, murals, Chamba Rumals, ancient inscriptions.

• Established: 1908

4. Library of Tibetan Works and Archives – Dharamshala

• Location: McLeod Ganj

• Highlights: One of the most important institutions preserving Tibetan culture; holds rare manuscripts, books, and oral histories.

• Founded by: The 14th Dalai Lama (1970)

5. Roerich Art Gallery – Naggar

• Location: Kullu District

• Highlights: Paintings and works of Russian artist Nicholas Roerich and his family; scenic heritage building.

• Special Features: Himalayan landscapes and spiritual themes.

6. Shoolini University Library – Solan

• Location: Bajhol, Solan District

• Specialization: Academic and research resources in sciences and Himachali heritage.

7. Himachal Cultural Museum – Mandi

• Location: Mandi town

• Focus: Traditional household items, folk attire, tribal heritage.

8. Tribal Museum – Reckong Peo (Kinnaur)

• Location: Reckong Peo

• Highlights: Ethnographic displays from tribal regions of Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti.

9. Himachal Academy of Arts, Culture & Languages – Shimla

• Location: Near Ridge, Shimla

• Role: Publishing, promoting Himachali literature, organizing cultural festivals and research.

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