Saputara Tribal Museum

The Saputara Tribal Museum is a small museum on the Nashik road in Saputara. It's one of the top places to visit in Saputara and a very influential museum. Tourists can learn about the culture and history of the tribal people of the area. The museum also showcases traditional art and craft items and the lifestyle of tribal people. 

The Saputara tribal museum is also famous as the Saputara Museum. Since 1970, the museum has been a historical and cultural attraction in Saputara. The museum's main aim is to offer knowledge about the history of the local tribal people. The museum is a must visit place during the Saputara tour package. 

The museum also tells about the culture of the tribal people such as Bhils, Kunbis, and Warlis. Recently, the museum has become very popular. The museum is famous because of its unique handicraft items. Tourists also get to learn about the daily life of the local tribal people. 

Collection at Saputara Tribal Museum

The museum collection has 420 artefacts in its custody. The other collections are traditional museums, jewelry, grass ornaments, woodcarving, and clay objects. The museum's collection also has musical instruments and dance masks as well. 

It also has paintings and wall hangings made by the tribal people. It also has a work description along with it. The museum also provides workshops all over the year.

What tribes are in Saputara?

Saputara is home to tribal people like Bhils, Kunbis, and Gamits. The town got its name from the God of snakes. The tribal people have great respect and honour for the snake god. The people stay in the forest of Dang at a height of 1000 metres.

What is Saputara's name's history?

The name Saputara means 'abode of serpents,' as evidenced by an image of a snake on the shores of the Sarpagandha River, which runs through the town. The God of the snake has great respect from the tribal people of the region, especially during the celebration of festivals.