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Father of The Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum

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Father of The Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum, বঙ্গবন্ধু ভবন, বাড়ি# ১০, রোড# ৩২ (পুরাতন), ১১ (নতুন Dhaka, 1209, Bangladesh
Interesting facts
1

The residence was known as 'Dhanmondi 32' and served as the epicenter of Bangladesh's independence movement during the 1960s and early 1970s.

2

The house was turned into a museum following the return of the Awami League to power in 1996.

3

Bullet marks on the walls and staircases have been preserved specifically to document the violent events of August 15, 1975.

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The museum holds the original library of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, containing rare books on politics and history.

5

It houses the personal effects of the family members who were killed alongside him during the massacre.

Overview

The Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum is housed in the former residential home where the founding leader of Bangladesh lived and was assassinated in 1975. The site functions as a history museum dedicated to the life, political struggle, and personal history of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Visitors can view the original living quarters, including the study, bedrooms, and the staircase where the assassination occurred. The museum preserves the physical evidence of the 1975 coup, including bullet holes and blood-stained items. It serves as a national site of remembrance and a primary archive for research into the independence movement of Bangladesh. The building architecture represents a typical mid-20th-century residential layout in Dhaka. It displays a vast collection of personal documents, letters, and photographs detailing the socio-political climate of pre-independence East Pakistan.

Photo spot

The front exterior of the building, which features the iconic white architecture and the gate at Road 32.

Insider tips

Check official government notices before visiting, as the museum occasionally closes for state commemorative events.

Security is very strict; expect thorough screening before entry.

Observe the signage carefully as photography is strictly prohibited inside the historical rooms.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to take photographs inside the house, as it is strictly enforced and considered disrespectful.

Good to know

Closed on Wednesdays.

Etiquette

Conservative dress is required; maintain a quiet, respectful demeanor as this is a memorial site.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1-1.5 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings to avoid large crowds and weekend school field trips.
Address
Father of The Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum, বঙ্গবন্ধু ভবন, বাড়ি# ১০, রোড# ৩২ (পুরাতন), ১১ (নতুন Dhaka, 1209, Bangladesh
23.752, 90.376
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Details
Key exhibitsPersonal belongings, original 1975 scene of the incident, and political archives.

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1-1.5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings to avoid large crowds and weekend school field trips..

The front exterior of the building, which features the iconic white architecture and the gate at Road 32.

Close by you'll find Chandrima Udyan, Bangladesh Military Museum, Masjid-Ut-Taqwa.