Museum Address
Synodal Museum, Synod of Diamper Church
SH15, Udayamperoor,
Thrippunithura
SH15, Udayamperoor,
Thrippunithura
City
State
Kerala
Pin Code
682307
Phone Number
Museum website
http://www.synodofdiamper.com/
Are there any docents or guides who visitors can directly call to book for a guided tour?
Yes
When was the museum established?
2004
Main category
Briefly describe the history of the museum, its collection and donors.
The ancient church in which the Synod of Diamper was held in 1599 is preserved now as the Synod Museum. It was designed by Rev. Dr George Koilparampil in 2004.
The roof of the museum is adorned with ancient carvings on teak wood. Other attractions in the Synod Museum are visual models of the Synod of Diamper, the Coonan Cross Oath and a scene from a Syrian Christian baptism. Pieces of granite stones with ancient inscriptions on are preserved on the walls of the church. The ancient granite cross in the church compound is an artistic piece of archaeological importance and is a sight that shouldn’t be missed.
Photography
Yes
Videography
Yes
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
No
Library and archives services
No
IT facilities ( Photocopying, printing, computer )
No
Auditorium
Yes
Conference/ Seminar hall
Yes
Museum membership
No
Conservation lab
No
Research lab
No
Who manages the museum?
Religious Organization
Person-in-charge of the museum
Curator
Reference Link
http://www.synodofdiamper.com/
What is the average duration to see the museum?
less than 1 hour
Map your museum’s correct location on the map given below.
9.9183959352304, 76.361917331815
Is the museum currently closed?
Yes
Reasons
Opens on request
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Gallery Images
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An exterior view of the Synodal Museum and the stone cross | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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A demonstration of the Coonan Cross Oath ceremony | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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The golden chalice | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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Wooden candlesticks and tabernacle | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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Partially retained ancient scripts in the stone walls | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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Ancient scriptures | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
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Wooden bells | Image Credit: Thejus Jo Puthussery
Entry Fee
Not Applicable
Opening Days
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Public holidays
Closing Time
04:00 p.m.
Other Information
Opening Time: Opens on request
Interesting things about the Museum
Golden Chalice used during the Synod of Diamper is preserved here and it is a major attraction. The ancient construction of the church and carvings on wood are remarkable. The space has plenty of opportunity and material for researchers from social science and humanities disciplines.
Most uninteresting aspect of the museum
The museum has focussed on faith, hence the historicity and antiquity is not preserved at its best.
Seating facilities
Yes
Elderly friendly
No
a. Helpfulness (guides, guards, curator, director)
Great
b. Approachability (curator, director)
Average
a. Building
Above average
b. Gallery
Average
c. Washrooms
Average
Name of Museum Surveyor
Anjana Menon & Thejus Jo Puthussery
Verified
Yes