about the museum
Mohatta at Present
Mohatta Palace Museum is managed by the Mohatta Palace Gallery Trust which is an autonomous public trust. The trust deed states that the palace would house a Museum in order to foster awareness and appreciation of the cultural heritage of Pakistan and of the region. An autonomous Board of Trustees was set up to oversee the restoration of the building. The first two phases of the restoration programme were successfully completed in August 1999 and the Museum opened its doors to the public on 15th September 1999. Since then, it has held over twenty five major exhibitions displaying objects and artefacts in thematic displays borrowed from both public and private collections, that have not been seen before.
Museum Visitor Policy:
We are delighted to
welcome you to the Mohatta Palace Museum. Our commitment is to provide a safe,
respectful, and inclusive environment for all visitors and staff. To ensure an
enjoyable experience, we ask that guests treat others and the museum property
with courtesy, follow all museum rules and staff instructions, and refrain from
any disruptive or unsafe behaviour. Disrespectful or disruptive conduct toward
our staff, guests, or collections will not be tolerated and may result in
removal from the premises. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming space
where curiosity and discovery thrive!
Access and admission:
A valid museum ticket is required to access the Galleries and Temporary Exhibitions.
Tickets: Adult Rs: 100/- Children under 12 years enter for FREE
Open Tuesday – Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm. The access is via the main entrance.
Visitors’ Behavior:
- Leaving unattended personal
belongings within/around the museum premises is not acceptable.
- Throwing garbage, especially chewing gum, on the floor is not acceptable behaviour
- Eating and spitting paan or gutka on Museum premises is forbidden
- Professional
videography or photography for fashion shoots product shoots, wedding shoots are
strictly not allowed.
- Phones are not permitted inside the
building, please ensure you deposit them at the entrance before you visit
our exhibitions.
- Visitors may take
photos outside
the building and in the gardens.
- Students who need
to take photos or videos for an assignment must bring an official letter
from their institution stating that the coverage is for educational purposes only and not to be shared on any public platform.
- Any commercial content, including social media promotions or brand shoots are only
permitted with prior written approval.
- Tripods, lighting
equipment, drones and other professional videography/photography equipment
is only permitted to be used with prior approval of the management.
- Guests are
requested to maintain decorum
and respect for the Museum
environment at all times.
- Private events or
celebrations such as birthdays, weddings or parties are not allowed on the
premises, only corporate events with prior approval are allowed.
Mission Statement
The Mohatta Palace Museum seeks to become a source of pride for the citizens of Karachi and of the country as it aspires to become a museum of international standing and a beacon of joy and commitment to the city. The museum hopes to become a haven of culture and tranquility in the city where children cavort and friends consort without fear or favour.
Pakistan’s audiences remain woefully underserved in the arts as its cities grow denser and more crowded, squeezing out public spaces. Mohatta Palace Museum remains a cultural island in an urban concrete jungle. Its changing displays allow audiences to engage with diverse aspects of the arts and culture of Pakistan. A majority of its exhibitions are accompanied by carefully researched catalogues that demonstrate its commitment to documentation and scholarship.
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