A visit to the official museum of the city- Kanpur Sangrahalaya will be a rewarding place for history buffs and general tourists alike. Built by the British as King Edward Memorial Hall, this museum is a trove of important articles that tells about the storied past of the Kanpur City. You will find a number of exhibits here from the British colonial times, including handwritten books by freedom fighters, their pistols, dresses, and other personal belongings. Moreover, among the most treasured among the collections of Kanpur Museum is an old colonial-era artillery gun.
Location: The museum is located on Phool Bagh, Civil Lines, Kanpur. Uttar Pradesh- 208001.
Timings: Tuesday to Sunday| 10:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Price:
-Adults- 15 INR
-Children below 12 years of age- Free
-Journalists- Free| School groups-1 INR per person
-Freedom fighters- 50 paise.
Best Time to Visit: Visit in the first hours after opening every day from 10: 30 am to 12: 30 pm when the rush is comparatively lower.