The city of islands Mumbai is like a paradise for art lovers as there are many places worth exploring and organising art exhibitions in the city. Let me take you to one of the famous art galleries of Mumbai known as National Gallery of Modern Art. This impressive structure is located in Sir Cowasji Jahangir Public Hall close to Regal Cinema in Colaba in Southern part of Mumbai city. Founded and opened to general public in the year 1996 the National Gallery of Modern Art is established with an aim to promote the modern trends in arts without losing the ancient Indian culture. The same building where the art gallery is situated presently was initially used as a concert venue but in the year 1954 it was converted into an Art Gallery. The gallery displays art works not only from India but from around the globe.You can explore here the works of Gaganendranath Tagore, M. F. Hussain, F. N. Souza, Amrita Sher-Gil, Picasso, Egyptian artefacts, etc. one of the oldest works of art belonging to the year 1857 is also on display at this art gallery. The art gallery also active in organising various exhibitions that brings Indian as well as foreign artists on one platform on regular basis. Apart from conducting exhibitions regularly the National Gallery of Modern Art also organises cultural exchange programmes in order to showcase the talents and skills of various artists across the border. In these programmes participants are not only from India but also from other foreign countries. This art gallery is managed and maintained by the Department of Culture, Government of India. This art gallery also has branches in New Delhi and Bangaluru.Initially known as Sir Cowasji Jahangir Hall this art gallery later on converted into the current Modern Art Gallery space. the place has seen its down fall due to misuse but after the complains of prominent artists like Piloo Pochkhanawala and Kekoo Gandhy the art gallery got its new shape and currently it has a brand new exhibition hall that can be compared to the international standards in terms of lighting, humidity control, temperature control, floor space, etc. presently the art gallery has five exhibition halls, one lecture auditorium, library, storage section, cafeteria, and a separate office space used for travelling shows as well as special collections.The collection of the art gallery includes over 14000 art works of eminent artists named:
- Daniell
- Rabindranath Tagore
- Nandalal Bose
- Gaganendranath Tagore
- M.F. Hussain
- F.N. Souza
- Raja Ravi Varma
- Amrita Sher-Gil
- Jamini Roy
- Pablo Picasso and many foreign artists too
The place is quite significant in view of art promotion and providing an opportunity to Indian as well as foreign artists to exhibit their talents on a single platform. The architecture of the building is also quite impressive and appears inviting. Being a prominent Modern Art Galleries the National Gallery of Modern Art is one of its kinds in the country. The director of the art gallery is Mr. Shivprasad N. Khened.Timings of the Art GalleryThe National Gallery of Modern Art is open from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm every day except Mondays and public holidays.Entrance feeRs. 10 per head for Indian citizensRs. 150 per head for foreign nationalsAccessibilityOne can easily reach here by using state transport buses, taxies, auto rickshaws or local trains from any part of city.AddressNational Gallery of Modern Art,Sir Cowasji Jahangir Public Hall, close to Regal Cinema,M. G. Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400032, MaharashtraContact number+91 – 22 – 22881969+91 – 22 – 22881970RUCHI MAHAJANзайм на карту без отказов круглосуточновзять кредит онлайн