Unveils Display of Hidden Gems in Himachal Folk Art: Prahlad Singh
The National Museum in New Delhi is currently hosting an exhibition titled "Unknown Masterpieces of Himachal Folk Art", which showcases the rich and diverse folk art traditions of Himachal Pradesh. This exhibition, open for public viewing until July 31, 2019, is a joint effort between the National Museum and Home of Folk Art (Museum of Tribal, Folk, and Neglected Art) in Gurugram.
The exhibition was curated by B.N. Aryan, Director of Home of Folk Art, Gurugram. Over 240 artifacts are on display, with 230 of them being part of the personal lifetime collection of Late K.C. Aryan. The exhibition features traditional paintings, textiles, woodwork, metal crafts, and other indigenous art forms, aiming to bring attention to the vibrant cultural heritage and craftsmanship rooted in Himachal’s rural communities.
The Minister of State (I/c) of Culture & Tourism, Prahlad Singh Patel, inaugurated the exhibition. During the event, he stated that folk art and folk culture are integral to the survival of any society. The exhibition has been well-attended, with Akhilesh Mishra, Director General of ICCR, B.N. Aryan, Director of Home of Tribal Folk Art, and other dignitaries in attendance.
The exhibition is open for viewing from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Tuesday to Friday) and 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Saturday & Sunday). However, it will not be open on Mondays and National Holidays. Admission to the exhibition is free for all visitors.
For more details on the curation, duration, and artifacts displayed in this exhibition, you can visit the official website or social media pages of the hosting museum or cultural institution organizing the exhibition. You can also check press releases or news articles from local cultural and art magazines/newspapers in Himachal Pradesh or India, which frequently cover such exhibitions. Additionally, you can contact the cultural department or tourism office of Himachal Pradesh, as they may have published information or brochures about the exhibition. Lastly, look for academic publications or blogs by folk art researchers, who sometimes write detailed reviews and analyses of such showcases.
If you require direct links or contacts for detailed information, feel free to provide the name of the specific museum or venue hosting the exhibition.
Travelers interested in cultural-travel and learning about diverse lifestyles may want to visit the National Museum in New Delhi before July 31, 2019, where an exhibition titled "Unknown Masterpieces of Himachal Folk Art" is showcasing the rich folk art traditions of Himachal Pradesh. The free public viewing includes an extensive collection of traditional paintings, textiles, woodwork, metal crafts, and other indigenous art forms from rural communities.
