Fwd: Introduce Your Child To The World Of Art! Best Museums And Galleries In Your City
Nethra Somashekar
Best Wishes,
Nethra
> Introduce Your Child To The World Of Art! Best Museums In Bangalore
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> Visiting a museum is a memorable and immersive learning experience that stimulates a child’s imagination while introducing them to new worlds. It is also a unique way to spend quality family time.
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> We bring you list of some of the leading art galleries and art events in Bangalore that you will enjoy taking your kids.
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> Mycity4kids tip: Before you visit an art museum, check their website to ensure that the ongoing exhibition is suitable for your child and of interest to them.
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> NGMA (National Gallery Of Modern Art)
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> The NGMA, one of the most popular museums in the city, is set against a lush backdrop of magnificent trees and fountains. The collection at NGMA mainly comprises of paintings, sculptures, graphic prints and examples of early photography in India. In addition to the permanent display of paintings and sculptures, this NGMA also showcases national and international exhibitions regularly. The gallery conducts regular gallery walks twice a week along with special guided tours that can be customized according to your needs.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Mycity4kids tip: Pick up the free Art Detective Cards kit and hunt for art works in the Gallery with your child.
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> Location: 49, Palace Road, Manikyavelu Mansion
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> Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath
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> Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath has 13 museums with some of very interesting and rare collections. Apart from this, five other galleries are permanently rented out to quality exhibition of works of artists and art from various parts of not only India but also of international bearing.
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> The institute also has an attached college and at most times one can see students painting and practicing in the beautiful campus.
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> Once a year Chitrakala Parishath organises Chitra Santhe – an event that attracts artists from across the country to display and sell their art on the footpaths of the city. This event is a definite must visit for all art-lovers.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: No.1, Art Complex, Kumara krupa Road
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> Rangoli Metro Art Centre
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> Developed by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Rangoli Metro Art Centre is a unique cultural space for the city. Apart from play areas for kids, an auditorium and plenty of outdoor spaces, the place also includes three art galleries where regular painting, sculpture and photography exhibitions are held.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: MG Road Boulevard, beside MG Road Metro Station, near Anil Kumble Circle, MG Road
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> Venkatappa Art Gallery and The Government Museum
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> Located beside each other, the Venkatappa art gallery and the government museum are popular museums in the city for heritage art. The Venkatappa art gallery mainly exhibits the works of famous Mysore court painter, K. Venkatappa. The museum also has rare paintings of Deccan, Mysore and Tanjore kingdoms.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> The Government Museum is one of the oldest museums in India, that is home to as many as 70 paintings and 84 sculptures, some of which are unique to South India.
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> Location: Kasturba Rd, Sampangi Rama Nagar
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> Apaulogy Gallery
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> If your child does not enjoy traditional art, head over to the aPaulogy gallery by eminent artist Paul Fernandes for art that is quirky, modern as well as relatable.
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> Paul Fernandes' illustrations are an ode to the city of Bangalore. His depictions are light-hearted, recreations of scenes from the 70's, his memories and experiences. His work also captures some fast disappearing heritage buildings and structures.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: 15, Clarke Road, Richards Town
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> Sublime Galleria
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> Sublime Galleria is India’s first sky gallery located on the bridge that connects two of the tallest buildings in UB City. It regularly organises exclusive art pageants featuring the work of upcoming, as well as renowned artists.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: 801, 8th Floor, UB City Mall, Vittal Mallya Road
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> Kynkyny Art
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> Kynkyny Art is a friendly gallery that showcases contemporary fine art - art that represents today, whether it is painting or sculpture; figurative or abstract; mixed media; oil on canvas or etching.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: 104 Embassy Square, 148 Infantry Road
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> Gallery G
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> Gallery G is one of India’s most progressive young art galleries that showcases the best Indian art – established and upcoming.
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> For more details, please click here.
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> Location: 38, Lavelle Road, 7th Cross, Maini Sadan