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Educational & Public

NIMHANS Brain Museum

"Sow the seeds of Neuroscience — Make everyone N-Literate"

One of Asia's finest neuropathological specimen museums — a once-in-a-lifetime experience for students, researchers, and the public.

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400+
Brain specimens
collected over 50 years
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1 of a kind
In India
unique neuropathology museum
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Live demos
Neuroanatomy
touch & feel the real human brain
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Guided tours
Public and groups
students, professionals, public
Museum Experience

The Museum Visit Includes

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    Touch & Feel the Real Human Brain

    Live neuroanatomy demonstrations with actual specimens.

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    400+ Brain Specimens

    Diseases collected over 50 years, from normal anatomy to rare conditions.

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    Added Attractions

    Smokers’ lungs, pancreas, kidneys, heart, voice box, liver, intestine, and human skeleton.

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    Public Education Displays

    Information on brain facts, brain disorders, and tips for a healthy brain.

Visit Information

Plan a Guided Museum Visit

For General Public

Wednesdays

One guided session: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Saturdays

Two guided sessions: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Guided session duration: 1 to 2 hrs.

The museum is closed on second Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

For Schools and Colleges

Schools from Grade 8 onwards and colleges should take prior appointment by email for a guided tour.

  • Guided museum session duration: 2 hrs
  • Appointments will not be given to schools or colleges on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
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Important Notes

  • School and college appointments are not available on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
  • Maximum 35 students per batch; groups above 40 will be split.
  • No group visits on Saturdays reserved for the public or on Wednesday afternoons.
  • Visit date is fixed by the museum coordinator.
  • Guided tours should be arranged through the office in charge by email.
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Support the Museum

We earnestly appeal to individuals, trusts, and corporates to donate generously to transform this Museum into the world's best Neuroscience museum.

Monetary Contributions

Account Name

The Director, NIMHANS

Bank

State Bank of India, NIMHANS Branch

Account Number

54004640402

IFSC Code

SBIN0040675

Cheque/DD in favour of "Director, NIMHANS," payable at Bangalore.