In Madhya Pradesh handicrafts lend a touch of mystique charm that is unique to the culture of the state. They radiate an aura, exhibit hereditary skills, whisper painstaking craftsmanship and evoke an urgent desire to learn more about the land and its colorful people.

The deftly woven silk or cotton blended saris, block printed fabrics, stuffed leather toys or floor coverings, folk paintings, bamboo, cane or jute are the exorbitant manifestations of the art of the state. Woodcraft, stonecraft, ironcraft, metalcraft, terra-cotta, papier mache are stunning combinations in the list of Madhya Pradesh. Zari work (gold thread embroidery), ornaments, dolls...each hand-crafted product of Madhya Pradesh is charming enough to sweep you off your feet.

Shilpagram
Shilpagram located in the heart of is a ten-acre complex that has craftsmen from various parts of India working on ethnic handicrafts. These sold in shops within the complex. Cultural and artistic activities are staged at an open-air auditorium here.

Kandaria Art & Culture
The privately owned Kandaria art & culture organizes daily Bundeli folk performances at 6.30 PM to 7.30 PM Handicrafts products are also displayed for sale. There is a nominal entry fee for the cultural program.