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November 25, 2024

Central to Geoffrey Bawa’s practice was his emphasis on local craftsmanship and materials. The late architect once said, “The contribution of the makers, particularly the older carpenters and masons who are passionate about what they do, is equal to or more, in some cases than ours.” The Geoffrey Bawa Trust continues to engage […]

November 13, 2024

Sri Lankan artist Mueen Saheed recently concluded an art cultural tour in Pakistan, where he showcased his work at three major exhibitions, captivating audiences with his creative exploration of heritage and tradition of Sri Lanka. Renowned for his abstract narrative expressionism, Saheed’s tour included the Lahore Museum, the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), […]

November 8, 2024

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) will conduct 15 regional workshops in Mannar, Vavuniya, Trincomalee, Ampara, Monaragala, and Badulla districts from 5–30 November. Curated as part of the Dialogue and Civic Engagement Fellowship, the workshops are offered in partnership with the Supporting Effective Dispute Resolution (SEDR) project. Kalyani Sundaralingam, […]

November 8, 2024

Visual storyteller and marketer-turned artist Varsha Perera will exhibit an eclectic collection of pieces based on her self-exploratory journey in her first solo exhibition due to be held on the 30th of November and 1st of December 2024, at the Harold Peiris Gallery, Lionel Wendt in Colombo. Varsha explains her collection as an effort to […]

November 1, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) invites you to join their free public events for November, held at the museum located at Crescat Boulevard, Colombo 3. These public programmes are curated as part of Rotation 1 of their current exhibition, ‘Total Landscaping’, which is on view until 1 December […]

October 22, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is the country’s first public initiative dedicated to the collection, research, conservation, and display of modern and contemporary art. The museum strives to make its exhibitions and public programmes more accessible for visitors by being free and offering all information in Sinhala, Tamil, […]

October 21, 2024

The AMDT Festival of Creativity 2024 came to life and concluded as a grand celebration of Sri Lanka’s thriving creative industries, from the 23rd to the 31st of August 2024. Organised by the AMDT School of Creativity, this year’s festival too was a calendar highlight for anyone passionate about creativity and creative careers. It provided […]

October 21, 2024

Colombo, Sri Lanka, 19 October 2024: Prima KottuMee brand ambassador and international music sensation Yohani has submitted her debut album, Kella, for consideration in the prestigious Best Global Music Album category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. This historic submission marks a significant moment for Sri Lankan music, and Prima KottuMee is proud to stand […]

October 16, 2024

The Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo, in collaboration with the Streets of Colombo (SOC) photography collective, is delighted to host an exhibition by world-renowned street photographer Tavepong Pratoomwong Titled GOOD DAY BAD DAY BUT EVERYDAY, the exhibition will run from October 20th to the 27th at Siam Nivasa, the Royal Thai Embassy’s multifunctional cultural and […]

October 11, 2024

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) invites you to participate in a series of free public programmes throughout October 2024. They are designed to offer deeper insights into their current exhibition ’Total Landscaping’ through Curator’s Tours and other educational sessions, which will help visitors explore the unique and thought-provoking […]

Celebrating Handmade Products by Artisans and Small Businesses: The Geoffrey Bawa Design Store and December Design Market

Artist Mueen Saheed paintings honoured and acquired by prestigious Lahore museum

The MMCA Sri Lanka Conducts Regional Workshops with SEDR

Visual Storyteller Varsha Perera to Unveil Solo Art Exhibition “Varna-Kaari”

The MMCA Sri Lanka Invites the Public to Explore ‘Total Landscaping’

MMCA Sri Lanka Brings Together Supporters of the Arts

AMDT Festival of Creativity 2024 Concludes as Sri Lanka’s Largest Gathering of Creative Talent

Hot ‘N’ Spicy Star Yohani Makes History with Grammy Award Submission

The Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo and Streets of Colombo Present an Exhibition by Renowned Street Photographer Tavepong Pratoomwong

The MMCA Sri Lanka Invites You for Free Public Programmes in October 2024