Jantu Vigyan Sangrahalaya

Museum Address
Zoology Museum, Department of Zoology, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University,
City
Varanasi
State
Uttar Pradesh
Pin Code
221005
Phone Number
0542 230 7148
Are there any docents or guides who visitors can directly call to book for a guided tour?
No
When was the museum established?
1921
Main category
Science
Other categories
Zoology
Briefly describe the history of the museum, its collection and donors.

The Zoology Museum or Jantu Vigyan Sangrahalaya is located in the Zoology Department of Banaras Hindu University, which was established in 1921. It is dedicated to the research community of the department and related fields of study. The museum houses an extensive collection of scientifically important zoological elements. It is unique as it has preserved and maintained a natural collection of species of living or extinct creatures. Some of the major collections are Propithecus coquerilli (sifaka), birds, starfishes or sea stars, snakes, ostrich, penguin, and other mammals.

The major concern of the museum is to display and maintain its collection for research and advanced studies in the field. The museum is located on the ground floor of the department. It comprises of two attached rooms and has an adjacent library. Prof. S.P. Rai Choudhary and Prof. A.B. Mishra are the major contributors to the museum. 

Photography
No
Videography
No
Cafeteria
No
Museum shop
No
Wheelchair friendly
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Drinking water
Yes
Locker room
No
Parking
Yes
Information in Braille
No
Workshops/seminars/lectures
Yes
Garden/picnic area
Yes
Audio/visual guides
No
Guided tours
No
Library and archives services
Yes
IT facilities ( Photocopying, printing, computer )
No
Auditorium
No
Conference/ Seminar hall
Yes
Museum membership
No
Conservation lab
Yes
Research lab
Yes
Who manages the museum?
Central Government
Person-in-charge of the museum
Other
First Name
Ratan
Last Name
Lal
Additional information ( if any)
Take prior permission from the HOD if visiting in a group.
What is the average duration to see the museum?
1-2 hours
Map your museum’s correct location on the map given below.

25.266519, 82.9923467

Is the museum currently closed?
No
Image for museum exterior/building
Main Entry to the Zoology Department, BHU
Gallery Images
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Penguin (Antarctica)
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Propithecus coquerilli (sifaka)
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Evolution models
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Star fish
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Entry Fee
Not Applicable
Getting there
Banaras Hindu University Campus
Opening Days
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Opening Time
10:00 a.m.
Closing Time
05:00 p.m.