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)

Location	2-18-1 Omiya-cho, Gifu City
Construction area	2159.48㎡
Total floor area	5802.94㎡
Construction	Steel reinforced concrete three-story building
Completion date	March 25, 1985