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July 12, 2024

‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’, the first solo exhibition on the architect to be held during or after her lifetime, closed on 7th July at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka). Curated by Sharmini Pereira and Ritchell Marcelline, assisted by Thinal Sajeewa and Nimaya […]

June 25, 2024

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Since December 2023, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has been working on its ‘Arts 4 ADR’ project in partnership with Supporting Effective Dispute Resolution (SEDR Sri Lanka). It is a 12-month endeavour that aims to increase awareness and understanding of community-based Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms and facilitate […]

June 20, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) exhibition titled ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’ is the MMCA Sri Lanka’s first solo exhibition, and looks at the Watapuluwa Housing Scheme and the pioneering work of Sri Lankan architect Minnette De Silva (1918–1998). The exhibition […]

May 20, 2024

‘Second Volume: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’ (2024) is the first research publication by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka). Focusing on a single project from the groundbreaking practise of architect Minnette De Silva (1918–1998), this book has been created to accompany the Museum’s current exhibition […]

May 9, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) unveils an exciting lineup of public programmes for May 2024. The programmes offer visitors of all ages the opportunity to engage with art, culture, and heritage innovatively. Join these events and discover the work of Sri Lanka’s first woman architect Minnette De Silva […]

April 19, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) particularly focuses on educational initiatives for various target groups across the country. These include the general public, and schools and higher educational institutions in Sri Lanka. Through its Schools and Higher Education Institutions Outreach Programme, the MMCA Sri Lanka engages with […]

April 8, 2024

You are invited for the free and trilingual April 2024 public programmes by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka). These events have been specially curated to deeply engage the audiences with the pioneering work of Sri Lanka’s first woman architect Minnette De Silva (1918–1998), and the museum’s current exhibition […]

March 14, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has an exciting lineup of public programmes for March 2024, inviting visitors to engage with art and culture in unique and immersive ways. From curated tours to workshops and discussions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Explore our current exhibition ‘88 Acres: […]

March 5, 2024

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) announces the launch of its first research publication ‘Second Volume: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’. Edited by Sharmini Pereira and Kaumadi Jayaweera, the publication explores the groundbreaking work of architect Minnette De Silva (1918–1998) within the context of the Watapuluwa […]

February 7, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is pleased to announce its upcoming publication ‘Second Volume’ conceived to accompany their current exhibition ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’. The exhibition focuses on the groundbreaking social housing project that was designed with the active participation of its […]

‘88 Acres’ by the MMCA Sri Lanka Closes

Land, Conflict, and Art with the MMCA Sri Lanka

Artists Honor Minnette De Silva’s Legacy at the Watapuluwa Housing Scheme

Second Volume: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva

MMCA Sri Lanka Announces Vibrant Public Programmes for May 2024

MMCA Sri Lanka Adds the Arts to the Classroom

April Public Programmes at the MMCA Sri Lanka

Discover March 2024 Public Programmes at the MMCA Sri Lanka

MMCA Sri Lanka launches ‘Second Volume’

MMCA Sri Lanka announces the launch of ‘Second Volume’