'For a glimpse of the rich historical and cultural heritage of the North-east, visit the Assam State Museum. The Museum is housed in a structure belonging to the British colonial period. It has a huge collection of articles right from the pre-historic era to the recent times. The museums collection ranges from archaeology to iconography and even numismatics. It houses sculptures and inscriptions dating as far back as the 5th and 12th centuries. The museum aims to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Assam and Guwahati through its ethnographic gallery. One can find displays of tribal art and handicrafts. The Assam State Museum promises an enriching experience to tourists.'