The museum was built by order of Farah Pahlavi and opened with her participation on February 11, 1978. The purpose of the opening of the museum was to research and preserve knowledge about the history of the art of Iranian carpet weaving. It is located in the northern part of Tehran's Lale Park. In addition, the museum has a restoration workshop, classrooms, a conference room, a cinema room and a teahouse beloved by tourists. Museum opening hours: daily from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00, except Thursday. Address: Dr. Fatemi, Tehran, Iran