Rajwade Sanshodhan Mandal

Rajwade Sanshodhan Mandal is a historical research institute and museum in Dhule, Maharashtra, established in 1927 to preserve the collection of historian V.K. Rajwade. The institution houses over 3,500 Marathi and Sanskrit manuscripts, historical documents in Farsi, Modi, and Hindi, as well as artifacts like coins, sculptures, and paintings. A fire-proof building was constructed in 1932 to safeguard these resources for scholars and students studying history and literature.

Visitors can view a collection of Rajput and Mughal paintings, ancient coins, pottery, stone implements, copper plates, and sculptures from prehistoric and medieval periods. The museum features a picture gallery with portraits of renowned scholars and historical figures. It also includes a library with approximately 25,000 texts on history, philosophy, and education, serving primarily as a research center for historians and students.

Established on January 9, 1927, following the death of historian Vishwanath Kashinath Rajwade, to preserve his personal archive of manuscripts and inscriptions. The fire-proof building was inaugurated on January 5, 1932, ensuring the safety of rare historical documents and artifacts related to Maratha history and regional culture.

Serves as a vital repository for Maharashtrian heritage, preserving rare manuscripts and documents essential for the study of Maratha history, sociology, and literature. The institution publishes the journal 'Sanshodhak' and significant reference works like 'Namadi Shabd Vyutpati Kosh', contributing to academic research and cultural preservation.