Guided Walks
Curated tours provide a closer look at exhibitions, guiding attendees through textiles, contemporary Indian art, and the life of iconic artists. Led by knowledgeable experts, these walkthroughs reveal the stories, techniques, and cultural significance behind the works on display.
Event List
Day 1
November 30 | 11:30 am
Exhibition Opening: The Forgotten Souvenir
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibition, “The Forgotten Souvenir” which showcases exquisite mica paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries. These delicate works, created for British travellers, offer a unique perspective on India’s social and cultural landscape during the colonial era. Discover the stories behind these paintings with a guided walk led by the curator Khushi Bansal.
Ground Floor
November 30 | 12:00 pm
VISIBLE/INVISIBLE: Representations of Women in Art through the MAP Collection
Join us for a special guided walk through MAP’s permanent exhibition VISIBLE/INVISIBLE. Art writer, curator and critic, Trisha Gupta casts a historical and anthropological eye on some gendered narratives in the art of South Asia. What stories about women can pictures tell?
Fourth floor
November 30 | 1:00 pm
The Forgotten Souvenier: Sketching Session
Sketch the Forgotten Souvenir! Join Urban Sketchers Bengaluru and capture the essence of MAP’s latest exhibition about mica paintings. Sketch scenes inspired by the exhibition and create your own visual souvenirs.
Ground Floor
November 30 | 1:30 pm
Chay Reds, Ferrous Black
Join us for a guided walk of our latest exhibition, Chay Reds, Ferrous Black led by the Head of Curation and Exhibitions, Dr. Arnika Ahldag. This exhibition reveals the untold stories of Indian textiles found in Sri Lanka. Featuring exquisite Palampores and textile fragments, dating back to the 18th century, this guided walk is for all history buffs and textile enthusiasts.
Third Floor
November 30 | 3:30 pm
Krishna Reddy’s Studio Practice
Join us for a guided walk by Praapthi Prabakar from the MAP team. Explore Krishna Reddy’s artistic journey, his influential techniques, gain insights into intaglio printing and the evolution of his remarkable art.
First Floor
Day 2
December 1 | 10:00 am
Rhyme Unbroken — Krishna Reddy as Artist and Perpetual Student
Experience a guided walk of our exhibition Rhyme Unbroken led by artist Ravi Kashi. Join us as he shares his personal recollections of the artist, Krishna Reddy, and his studio practices. Analyse the intimate relationship between the artist and their workspace, as captured through art prints and photographs.
Third Floor
December 1 | 11:00 am
Inclusive Curatorial Practices
What does it mean to build an inclusive space in a museum? Join Mounika Nallani and Shailesh from MAP’s Inclusion team for a guided walk of our exhibition VISIBLE/INVISIBLE. Discover the importance of inclusive curatorial practices and how they shape our understanding of art.
Fourth floor
December 1 | 11:00 am
The Forgotten Souvenir
Discover the stories behind mica paintings in our latest exhibition The Forgotten Souvenir, with a curator guided walk led by Khushi Bansal. The paintings are a unique blend of Indian tradition and colonial influence. Discover the stories behind these artworks and their significance in Indian art history.
Ground Floor
December 1 | 2:00 pm
Rhyme Unbroken (Clown Series)
Join us for a guided walk by co-curator Kuzhali Jaganathan, and explore Krishna Reddy’s artistic journey, his influential techniques, gain insights into intaglio printing and the evolution of his remarkable art.
Third Floor
