Corbett Museum

Corbett Museum is a heritage site dedicated to Sir Edwar James Corbett, popularly known as Jim Corbett, showcasing his life through his work and belongings. Jim Corbett was a British Hunter who turned naturalist and conservationist during the times of British colonisation of India. Mr. Corbett had a strong influence on wildlife preservation that is why the first National Park of India was named after this legendary person. The Museum displays numerous belongings of Mr. Jim Corbett like his general shooting attire and letters.

The Corbett Museum is located in a small settlement situated near Kaladungi village named Choti Haldwani, of which Jim Corbett was the owner and later distributed these 89 hectares of land to the locals when Britisers left India in 1947. The Corbett Museum used to be his bungalow he used as his winter home in Uttarakhand.

The Museum also displays the memories from his hunting's as he was known across the subcontinent for his shooting skills and called upon frequently to shoot leopards or tigers causing havoc. The museum is a delightful structure with white texture and green premises. Garden with well-maintained grass and large trees creates a soothing environment and makes you comfortable for your stroll in the museum. Jim Corbett was a multi-faceted person and the Corbett Museum showcases all of the aspects of his life.

What to see in Corbett Museum?

• Personal Belongings of Jim Corbett : The museum has many personal accessories and belongings of Jim Corbett on display. It includes Mr Corbett's Gun, Cap, Satchael, Letters, photos and Manuscripts. These items give you a general view of what was Jim Corbett's attire and choice of items for daily life.
• Jim Corbett's Work : Jim Corbett was a talented person and had an interest in multiple things. Mr. Corbett was a painter, a writer, a carpenter, a photographer, and most importantly a hunter. On display, you can witness his artwork including, sketches, paintings, handmade wooden furniture, his books, photographs, and memories from his significant hunts. These items will help your thoughts elaborate on his character and know what kind of person he was.
• Jim Corbett's History and Life : A lot of history marked by Jim Corbett is defined in the Corbett Museum. He was an active naturalist and wildlife conservationist but many do not know that Jim Corbett had taken part in both world wars. The Corbett Museum lets you go through the major events in the life of Jim Corbett and understand his significance for the wildlife world in India. You can see his work in building India's first National Park, his contribution to the local villagers for their betterment and much more. You can also witness his last searches in the Corbett Museum.