Medical history museum to be established in Lorestan

TEHRAN – A special museum dedicated to medical history will be set up within Shohada-ye Ashayer Hospital, which is located in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province.

Kerman to launch museum of nomadic carpets

TEHRAN - Kerman province will establish a museum of nomadic rugs and handicrafts, in collaboration with the private sector, said a local official.

Golestan Palace welcomes expert assessment of museum artifacts

Enhanced safety measures for Tehran museums

TEHRAN - The tourism ministry and Tehran Municipality have inked a cooperation agreement aimed at better protecting the historical heritage of the Iranian capital.

West Azarbaijan museums welcome 50k visitors in two months

TEHRAN - In a remarkable surge of cultural interest, West Azarbaijan’s museums have attracted more than 50,000 visitors, throughout the very first two months of the current Persian year (started on March 20).

Textile history museum in Kashan: a journey through threads of time

TEHRAN - The textile history museum of Kashan stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and enduring legacy of textile craft skills in the ancient city.

Exhibits of rarely-seen antiquities open in Iranian provinces

TEHRAN – In commemoration of International Museum Day [MAY 18], a number of exhibitions, showcasing rarely-seen relics borrowed from the National Museum of Iran, have raised the curtains on across the country.

Markazi province to host special programs for Cultural Heritage Week

TEHRAN - Markazi province is preparing for Cultural Heritage Week and International Museum Day with over 20 special programs, aiming to engage all ages and promote awareness of its rich cultural heritage.

Iran heritage sites draw 7m visitors in month

TEHRAN – As per records, more than seven million visitors have explored cultural heritage museums and historical landmarks across Iran, in 30 days covering Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr holidays.

Ten heritage museums to be constructed on Kish Island

TEHRAN – The Kish Free Zone Organization (KFZO) is scheduled to construct ten museums in a bid to enrich the cultural landscape of the choral island in the Persian Gulf.

Iran to celebrate World Heritage Day with diverse events

TEHRAN – In a meeting held on Sunday, Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts announced its programs to celebrate the upcoming World Heritage Day.

Sassanid coin depicting Empress Boran on view at Tehran museum

TEHRAN - A significant historical artifact, the Sassanid coin featuring Empress Boran (Purandokht), daughter of King Khosrow II, is now on display at the Money Museum in Tehran.

6m museum tickets sold during Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN – Various historical sites and museums across Iran witnessed more than 6m visitors in the course of the Persian New Year’s holidays, according to the statistics revealed by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.

2.7 million visits to Iranian museums recorded in 11 days

TEHRAN - Some 2.7 million visits to Iranian museums, cultural sites, and historical landmarks have been recorded during the past 11 days, Mehr reported on Monday.

Museum of Iranian entrepreneurs inaugurated in Tehran

TEHRAN – On Sunday, a museum dedicated to Iranian entrepreneurs was inaugurated within the vast premises of Tehran’s Qasr Garden Museum.

Historical carriages, chariots on show at Tehran car museum

TEHRAN – A special section dedicated to historical carriages and chariots was officially inaugurated at Iran's National Car Museum, which is located in western Tehran.

Museum of ancient salt men reopens after restoration

TEHRAN - The Archaeology Museum of Zanjan, famously known as the salt men museum for its collection of ancient mummies discovered in an ancient salt mine, has reopened its doors to visitors following a comprehensive two-month restoration project.

Visits to cultural heritage sites and museums reach 22 million

TEHRAN - Some 22 million visits to Iranian cultural heritage sites and museums have been registered during the first 11 months of the current Persian year, which began on March 21, 2023.

Alborz seminar to spotlight museums’ role in tourism

TEHRAN – Alborz tourism directorate is set to hold a seminar titled “Museums’ Role in Protecting and Developing Tourism” aimed to underscore the significance of museums across the province.

Iranian museums to offer free admission on February 11

TEHRAN – Entry will be free to countrywide museums on February 11, 2024, which marks the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

70 historical artifacts unveiled at museum in Zanjan province

TEHRAN - In a significant event on Friday, the Zolfaghari Archaeological Museum in Zanjan province unveiled 70 historical artifacts from the province, showcasing the historical background of Zanjan.

Rare Martian meteorites put on view at Tehran exhibit

TEHRAN – On Tuesday, two Martian meteorites were put on show following an unveiling ceremony held at the Azadi Tower’s Meteorite Museum in Tehran.

Inclusive plan devised to safeguard Yazd’s historical heritage

TEHRAN – In an effort to preserve and protect the historical core of Yazd, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage, a comprehensive monitoring plan has been devised to ensure the conservation of its cultural heritage elements, especially during the influx of New Persian Year.

Ardabil to host intl. conference on museum affairs

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism ministry, in close collaboration with the Iranian National Commission for UNESCO, will be hosting an international conference on museum affairs.

Iran’s first private press museum opens in Rasht

TEHRAN – A private press museum has opened to the public in Rasht, the capital of Gilan province, in northern Iran.

Father’s Day: Iranian museums offer free admission on Jan. 25

TEHRAN – Entry to cultural heritage sites and museums will be free on January 25, which marks the National Father’s and Men’s Day on the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS).

Deputy minister calls for state-of-art technology integration in Iran museums

TEHRAN - In a recent address, Ali Darabi, the Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, emphasized the transformation of museums into dynamic platforms aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of cultural heritage.