#MuseumWalk: | How Did It Get Here? | TOC-134
Sun, 27 Apr
|National Museum
Join us at the National Museum, New Delhi, for a guided walk with Shreya Sahay and Karan Tekwani. Uncover the hidden journeys of artifacts—from repatriation to rediscovery—and explore the fascinating world of museum curation. A must for history buffs and museum lovers.
Time & Location
27 Apr 2025, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm IST
National Museum, Janpath Rd, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Delhi 110011, India
About the event
This curated walk offers an in-depth look behind the scenes of one of India’s most prestigious cultural institutions. Led by expert guides Shreya Sahay and Karan Tekwani, the walk takes participants through the fascinating processes of acquisition, repatriation, and relocation of museum artifacts. Through select case studies, the walk uncovers the hidden journeys of objects—from looted idols returned from abroad to treasures loaned by other institutions. Designed to be thought-provoking and informative, the walk invites participants to explore the complex intersection of ethics, diplomacy, and history in museum curation.
Why You Should Attend:
Explore the untold stories of museum objects:
Discover how artifacts journey from their origins to museum displays, with fascinating stories of acquisition, repatriation, and relocation.
Gain insights into the complex world of museum curation:
Learn about the processes, ethics, and diplomacy that shape what we see in national collections.
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Heritage Pass
General admission
₹500.00
+₹25.00 GST
+₹13.13 ticket service fee
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For school and undergrad students
₹200.00
+₹10.00 GST
+₹5.25 ticket service fee
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