Bay Island Driftwood Museum

The Bay Island Driftwood Museum, located in Kumarakom, Kerala, is a one-of-a-kind museum showcasing an extraordinary collection of driftwood sculptures. Founded by Raji Punnoose, a former schoolteacher in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the museum is renowned for its innovative modern art techniques used to craft sculptures from twisted tree trunks, stumps, roots, and other driftwood fragments. These natural artifacts have been intricately shaped to represent birds, animals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, making the collection both artistic and educational.

During her teaching days, Raji Punnoose collected and preserved these unique pieces, eventually curating them into this museum. The creative and expansive techniques employed in shaping and displaying the sculptures have earned the museum a place in the Limca Book of Records. Visitors can explore the exhibits while gaining insights into the fusion of art and nature, making it a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone intrigued by the transformative power of driftwood.