Museum overview
Purpose and characteristics of the facility
Purpose
To provide a place for citizens to appreciate, learn and study the history and culture of their hometown of Gifu; to preserve documents and to contribute to the development of a rich cultural community.
Characteristics
With “The history of Mt. Kinka and the culture of the Nagara River basin” as the main theme, the museum exhibits a wide range of material concerning history of Gifu City; the politics, economy, society and culture.
A museum that integrates collection, storage, exhibition and research and dissemination.
A museum that serves as an information center for citizens’ local studies and cultural activities.
A museum that citizens feel familiar with and has connection with school education system.
(Source: The basic design of Gifu City Museum of History)
Outline of the building
| Location |
2-18-1 Omiya-cho, Gifu City |
|---|---|
| Construction area |
2159.48m2 |
| Total floor area |
5802.94m2 |
| Construction |
Steel reinforced concrete three-story building |
| Completion date |
March 25, 1985 |