While "Museums" is not a standalone municipal city, the cultural and museum district of Dhaka serves as the heritage heart of Bangladesh. Several organizations oversee the preservation, curation, and administration of these vital cultural assets.
* **Bangladesh National Museum Board of Trustees:** Oversees the administration of the central museum in Shahbagh and its various branches. * **Ministry of Cultural Affairs:** The primary government body responsible for the preservation of national heritage and the funding of public museums. * **Liberation War Museum Trust:** A citizen-led, non-profit organization that manages the Liberation War Museum in Agargaon. * **Asiatic Society of Bangladesh:** A premier research organization that maintains the Heritage Museum and promotes historical scholarship. * **ICOM Bangladesh:** The national committee of the International Council of Museums, facilitating international cooperation for local curators. * **Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy:** The principal state-sponsored national cultural center, hosting the National Art Gallery.