Dhaka, June 20 -- Amid the quiet greenery of Ulipur upazila in Kurigram, a humble tin-roofed building tells the rich tale of a fading folk heritage. What began as a modest initiative three decades ago has since blossomed into a treasured cultural haven, the Bhawaiya Museum, also known as the Kasim Uddin Folk Art Museum.

Named after the legendary Bhawaiya singer Kachim Uddin, who first carried the melodies of North Bengal to the world stage, the museum stands today as a sanctuary of nearly 2,000 rare rural artefacts that once shaped the everyday lives of Bengali villagers.

Each item whispers a story, echoing a simpler time now slipping from memory.

From ploughs and threshing benches to bamboo hats (topa), bull-driving sticks and winnowi...