The famous Lohagarh Fort houses the Bharatpur Museum along with its rich treasure of archaeological wealth. The palatial building once known as the Kachahari kalan, (an Administrative block of Bharatpur state) was converted into a Museum in 1944 AD. Later other parts of the building were also attached to the museum The exhibits include excavated sculptures from old villages of Mallah, Bayana, Bareh, etc. The artifacts are from the Ist century A.D. (Kushan period) to 19th century A.D. The museum displays an array of paintings, zoological specimens, local art and manuscripts in full glory. The miniature peepal leave and mica paintings are a treat to watch. Weaponry of the Rajput warriors is also on display in 'Chaddra'. It is worth remembering that the museum welcome visitors only between 1000hr to 1630hr everyday except Fridays and gazetted holidays.
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