Inaugurated in the year 1955, the complex of Gandhi Smriti situated in the central part of Bhavnagar is attached to a clock tower. The Smriti has a gallery showcasing books, rare photos and memorabilia associated with the life of Mahatma Gandhi. There is also a museum of artefacts displaying items like nut cutters and religious carvings in Gandhi Smriti at Bhavnagar. Beside the museum and the picture gallery, Gandhi Smriti also presents the Khadi Gramodyog Bhandar and a library. It also houses some embellished items that are traditional and local handicrafts.