Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum

Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum is a major cultural attraction in Alappuzha town, Kerala. Established as a memorial to coir industrialist Revi Karunakaran, the museum displays a wide-ranging family collection assembled over generations. Kerala Tourism highlights its extensive Swarovski crystal pieces, porcelain, ivory work, sculptures, paintings and objects representing several religious and artistic traditions.

A dedicated Kerala Room uses traditional design elements and exhibits to introduce visitors to the state's cultural heritage, while the museum building itself combines classical architectural influences with carefully planned gallery spaces. The collection gives the museum a character quite different from conventional archaeological museums in Kerala: it feels part memorial, part art collection and part cultural showcase. Located within Alappuzha, it is easy to combine with the beach, lighthouse, canals and other attractions, and is particularly rewarding for visitors interested in decorative arts, craftsmanship and the history of the district's prominent coir families.