Ever Living Museum is the heartbeat of culture and heritage, where the past co-exists with the living fauna and human curiosities in the museum premises, Located just a thirty-minute drive from Shillong, nestled in the village of Mawshbuit. Established in 2015, it is a private initiative owned by Mr. Kyntiewbor War. He started his ardent collection of rural artefacts and archaeological remains as early as 1964 when he was just 10 years old. The vast collection is a result of War’s years of travelling or have been donated to the Museum by his friends, family, and well-wishers. Most objects have been acquired from occasional field visits and by attending rural market days in many remote places of Meghalaya.

The Museum is divided into three sections. The first comprises the Heritage section, which is also the main part of the Museum. The Museum houses the everyday utilities of the past and rare antiques of the Khasi, Jaintia, and Garo community. The collections also display wood carvings and a miniature Khasi hut. The second section displays the Stone Collection along with photographs. This section comprises stones, minerals, and fossils found in Meghalaya and other parts of the world along with photographs of breathtaking waterfalls, landscapes, and the endangered traditional architecture of the region. The third part of the Museum comprises the garden, displaying the rich flora of Meghalaya which has a deep presence in local folklore. Wild and rare orchids, local medicinal plants, trees, and fruits are also conserved here. 

The Museum takes pride in having an actual life size Khoh Rah Briew or human carrying basket used to transport people in the rugged terrain in the past. The Museum also has a Mawtylliat or stone grinder as well as examples of the region's agricultural and culinary equipment which are rarely used these days. The unique displays also consist of indigenous as well as colonial weapons which attract the attention of many visitors. 

More Information
Average duration of visit

1-2 hours

Best time of the day to visit

Most Crowded: Public holidays.
Least Crowded: Working days; except on occasions when there are visits by school and college students.

Museum administered by

Private Organisation

Person in charge
Name: Kyntiewbor WarDesignation: OwnerPhone: +91 - 879408617Email: everlivingmuseum@gmail.com
Currently closed

Yes.

Updated

Supported by InterGlobe Foundation.

Quick Facts
Address:

Nongpdeng, Mawshbuit Village, P.O. Happy Valley, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong, Meghalaya - 793007

Visiting Time:

Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm
Monday: 11 am - 6 pm
Tuesday: 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 11 am - 6 pm
Friday: 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm

The Museum opens only till 5pm in winters (Nov-Jan), and remains closed on Good Friday & Christmas.

Entry Fees:

Adults (Indian nationals): Rs. 50/-
Children (Indian nationals): Rs. 20/-
Students (Indian nationals): Rs. 30/-
Photography fee (Mobile): Rs. 20/-
Photography fee (DSLR): Rs. 50/-
Video Camera (Documentary): Rs. 1000/-
Video Camera (Movie): Rs. 2000/-

Facilities & Services:
Established:
2015