Folklore Museum, University of Mysore

Housed within the University of Mysore campus, the Folklore Museum is a treasure trove of Karnataka folk traditions and rural heritage. Its collection spans thousands of objects including shadow puppets, traditional masks, agricultural tools, ritual objects, tribal jewellery, and performing arts costumes. For anyone curious about the cultural life that exists beyond temples and palaces, this museum offers rare and absorbing insight into the everyday traditions of communities across the state.