The museum spans approximately 30,000 square feet of gallery space.
The collection features figures of global figures like Mother Teresa, Rabindranath Tagore, and various legendary Bollywood actors.
The waxwork displays are created by professional sculptors, many of whom have backgrounds in classical Indian art.
It is the first wax museum of its kind in the state of West Bengal.
The museum includes a section dedicated to the 'History of Wax' and the sculpting process itself.
Mother's Wax Museum, located in New Town, Kolkata, is a life-size wax sculpture gallery modeled after Madame Tussauds. The museum is spread across the sixth floor of the Finance Centre building. It features a diverse collection of wax figures representing historical icons, sports personalities, and Indian film stars. The facility includes a dedicated 'Selfie Zone' where visitors are encouraged to interact with the statues. It was inaugurated in 2014 by the West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation. The exhibits are curated to highlight Indian heritage and global cultural figures. The museum provides climate-controlled indoor environments suitable for year-round viewing.
The interactive selfie zones where visitors can pose alongside life-size replicas of famous celebrities.
Bring a high-quality camera or smartphone as flash photography is permitted at most exhibits.
Visit on a weekday to avoid the significantly larger crowds that assemble during weekends.
Check the official website for rotating special exhibitions or newly added figures before arriving.
Avoid visiting on public holidays if you prefer quiet, as the museum experiences heavy foot traffic from families.
Closed on Mondays.
Maintain distance from the wax figures as they are delicate; do not touch the faces or garments of the statues.
