Every year since 1977 , International Museum Day is organised worldwide on May 18.
Visit a Museum nearby and feel the past, get inspired and excited with the chivalry and bravery of Emperors, get emotional with our age old culture, be informed about our livelihood since existence and above all develop a personal connection. Yes, its the Museum Collection that creates a deep personal connection that brings us back to our roots and make us feel so very familiar with the World.
Theme 2014 : Museum Collections makes Connections
'Have you ever thought how would our lives be if we let go all the memories, the history, the heroic deeds, the culture, the upbringing, the civilizations, the achievements, the honour, the world before our existence. what if we just lived in the moment, our life would be so insignificant to others. The years old Collection of remains and achievements teaches us the difference between the Good, the Bad and the Evil and gives us the impetus to do our best so that the World to come remembers us for our deeds,our good work and values. Today on International Museum Day lets acknowledge the importance of Museum in our lives,in the lives to come and in the development of a better society. ' - Dr. Sushma Ahuja.
ICOM : The International Council of Museums (ICOM) is the only international organisation representing museums and museum professionals. Since 1946, ICOM has assisted members of the museum community in their mission to preserve, conserve and share cultural heritage.
ICOM Advisory Committee organises the theme of this event that, given the high number of countries involved, lasts a day, a weekend, a week or even a month. According to ICOM; these recent years, International Museum Day has been experiencing its highest involution with almost 30,000 museums that organised activities in more than 120 countries.
Event Today at Kota : Brij Vilas Museum
- Today on International Museum Day, we invite you to celebrate the presence of the heart of culture and society of Kota : The Govt. Museum, Kota.
- According to Mr. Zafarullah Khan, Divisional Superintendent, Archaeology and Museums, Kota: 'This year the International Museum Day shall be marked with the Inauguration of a gallery displaying miniature painting of 17-19 century of Kota and Bundi school of Art. A fresh new brochure of the Brij Vilas Govt. Museum, Kota shall be released on 18 May 2014 at 11:00 am by the Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of University of Kota : Dr. Madhusudhan Sharma. Further the event shall progress with a panel discussion by the experts'
- Dr. JagatNarayan, avid historian shall grace the occasion with his presence.
- Eminent Historian, Heritage Conservationist and Co-ordinator of School of Heritage,Tourism, Museology and Archaeology (HTMA), Dr. Sushma Ahuja shall be present and shall grace the event by creating awareness about the significant role of Museum in our lives. Dr. Sushma Ahuja acknowledges the Collections and the remains that have been restored and preserved at the Museum.
- Faculty and Students of HTMA , INTACH members, RTDC Director, Director; Oriental Research institute, Professors of Govt Colleges, Historians, Travel Tour agencies are invited to grace the occasion and attend panel discussion.
- A Free entry to the Museum is provided for today to ensure more and more visitors visit the museum and feel the connection.
- The event is being coordinated by the Dept of Heritage,Tourism,Museology and Archaeology HTMA
- We invite everyone at the Museum today to get connected to the collections and feel privileged to have such a marvellous deep rooted heritage. (read more)
Event : Deep insight on Several Museums across India
To mark the significance of International Museum Day, The Heritage Tourism (www.theheritagetourism.com) shall bring to you deep insights on several museums in India throughout this month, so stay tuned and stay connected to the collections
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