Brij Vilas Palace Government Museum

The Government Museum Kota is housed in a three-storied east-facing palace called Brij Vilas. Built in 1793, the palace is named after Maharani Brijkanwar, wife of Maharao Durjansal Kotah. It is situated in Chatra Vilas Garden in the most tranquil and verdant part of town and is very accessible with ample parking.nThe museum displays a collection of old coins, manuscripts and Hadoti sculpture. The collection was brought together in 1946 by the State historian Dr M.K.Sharma at the instruction of Maharao Bhim Singh and housed in the Brij Vilas Palace. In 1952 it moved to Hawa Mahal over the main entrance in the Garh Palace as Brij Vilas was used by the Tax Office. In 1994, the museum collection which had outgrown its home was moved back to the palace which is a perfect place for it. The palace was declared a protected monument by the State Government in 1997.nAfter being closed for two years for restoration, the Government Museum reopened in 2019 and is now well worth a visit. It houses Shaiva, Vaishnava and Jain sculpture as well as folk sculpture, prehistoric local finds discovered and donated by O.P.Sharma (Kukki) in 2012, weapons, miniature art and state memorabilia such as wax seals, and in the central courtyard are four 3rd century Yupa pillars. A large statue of Shesh Sayi Vishnu, brought from the Baroli kingdom is also a museum attraction.

Not at all crowded. Ticket of 20 rupees for Indian adult. Have various sections including pre historic period tools, sculpture of medeival and weapons and paintings of 18-19th century. Constructed in haveli like building it also have a water cooler. Staff is good. But you may not found coins on display, photos of nearby sites. Lack of interest and lack of fund is damaging the reputation.

Huge numbers of historical idols,of Hindu and Jain dieties(devi devtas. ),.Besides so many historical ammunition -guns, swords ,bhalas etc. Beautiful paintings of Bundi style. Heritage items like old dress n photos of kings . Well managed musium.It would be better if items of kids/children interests are also arranged n displayed.Thanks I enjoyed visiting musium.

Girijesh a bit to be the same way to you soon so much better to me that they can get to work in the future reference number

A totally beautiful place, worth visiting!