The Red Fort Archaeological Museum, located inside the Mumtaz Mahal at the Red Fort, showcases the craftsmanship and grandeur of the Mughal culture through its exquisite arts, sculptures, paintings, artefacts, etc, Originally known as the 'Palace Museum', it houses three galleries; each of which is dedicated to a separate period.
The first gallery displays miniature paintings, manuscripts, royal orders, and stone inscriptions of the 2nd and 3rd century. The second gallery showcases relics like coins, bronze statues, upholstery, seals, rock edicts, and coins that date back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. The third gallery displays relics of the Great Indian Rebellion of 1857. A special section within the museum premises has been solely dedicated to the last Mughal Emperor - Bahadur Shah Zafar, housing some of his prized belongings like his famous ghazals, inkpot, pen holder, and a perfume sprinkler.
Timings 9:15 am -4:30 pm (Open All Days)
Chandni Chowk (Yellow Line)