FRI Dehradun Museum — Visitor Info

The Forest Research Institute's main building houses six distinct museums, together forming one of the most detailed forestry-science collections in India — and a large part of why a visit to FRI rewards more than just a walk past the famous colonial exterior.

The Pathology Museum

Covers plant diseases affecting Indian forests, with specimens and models illustrating how fungal, bacterial, and viral pathogens damage timber and living trees — a genuinely specialised collection rarely found outside dedicated research institutions.

The Entomology Museum

Home to an extensive insect collection focused on species that affect forest health, from wood-boring beetles to leaf-eating pests, displayed in a way that's accessible even without a scientific background.

Social Forestry and Non-Wood Forest Products

These two museums focus on the human side of forestry — how communities use forest resources sustainably, from medicinal plants and resins to fibres and other non-timber products that support rural livelihoods across India.

Silviculture and Timber Museums

The silviculture museum covers the science of cultivating and managing forest growth, while the timber museum displays cross-sections and samples from a huge range of Indian tree species — a favourite stop for anyone interested in wood identification or furniture-making.

Planning Your Museum Visit

Budget at least an hour if you want to see all six properly rather than rushing past the exhibits — they're easy to skim in minutes but genuinely detailed if you slow down. Combine your museum visit with the main building's grounds and gardens for a fuller trip; see our complete FRI guide for timings, entry fees, and directions.