Museum Address
MEG Centre, Kensington Rd, Ulsoor - 560008
City
State
Karnataka
Pin Code
560008
Phone Number
Museum website
http://www.madrassappersassociation.org/
When was the museum established?
1979
Main category
Briefly describe the history of the museum, its collection and donors.
Madras Sappers Museum showcases the history of the Madras Engineer Group (called the Sappers, established in 1803). The Madras Sappers are the oldest regiment of the corps of engineers of the Indian Army. The museum chronicles their history and achievements and houses armour used by the regiment, various medals, attire, and a sports gallery. This museum is not open to the general public and can be accessed only with special permission from the Army.
Photography
No
Videography
No
Cafeteria
No
Museum shop
No
Wheelchair friendly
No
Restroom
Yes
Drinking water
Yes
Locker room
No
Parking
Yes
Information in Braille
No
Workshops/seminars/lectures
No
Garden/picnic area
No
Audio/visual guides
No
Guided tours
Yes
Library and archives services
No
IT facilities ( Photocopying, printing, computer )
No
Auditorium
No
Conference/ Seminar hall
No
Museum membership
No
Conservation lab
No
Research lab
No
Who manages the museum?
Others
Others:
Indian Army
Person-in-charge of the museum
Director
First Name
Lt. Colonel Ret. Dinkar
Last Name
Varma
Reference Link
http://www.dnaindia.com/bangalore/report-the-fascinating-history-of-the-madras-sappers-1250539
What is the average duration to see the museum?
1-2 hours
Map your museum’s correct location on the map given below.
12.9715987, 77.5945627
Is the museum currently closed?
No
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Gallery Images
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Portrait gallery of Sapper Generals
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Madras Sappers Museum and Archives
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An informative museum room with a central display of Sappers military binoculars
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Boards enlisting accolades and commanding officers
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Medals achieved by Madras Sappers
Entry Fee
Not Applicable
Getting there
Nearest bus station: The Millenia; Nearest Metro station: Indiranagar metro station and Halasuru metro station.
Opening Days
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Opening Time
09:00 a.m.
Closing Time
03:00 p.m.