A storehouse of rarities, the Tripura Government Museum is located in Agartala. It was founded in 1970 with an aim to preserve the rich heritage of Tripura. It houses several artefacts which are a great testimony to the glorious history of the state. Numerous Manuscripts preserved in the museum speak volume about the art and crafts of the state.
The Tripura Government/ State Museum in Agartala was established in the year 1970. The museum holds a cache of some the rare stone images, historic old coins of various denomination and archaeological articles. The stone images and archeological articles have been excavated in Tripura and adjoining states. Special mention of Buddhist sculptures from Pilak (8th-10th century) and Bengal Kantha embroidery is relevant. The most interesting section is dedicated to the rich and varied culture of Tripura. The section aptly displays the progress and history of the state and the multifarious traditions and beliefs followed by tribes and erstwhile rulers.