Absent Archives is a platform and community for memory workers, keepers, and those engaging with what is missing: oral histories, erased voices, family and community archives, and stories that never make headlines. Across South Asia, our histories are shaped not only by destroyed records but…
What makes good design truly stand out? How do we learn to observe the world with intention, to notice what often slips past the eye? Zahir Mirza—program head of Communication and Experience Design at JJ School of Arts and Architecture—guides us into the art of…
'I Am Nothing' is a poignant and visually captivating documentary that chronicles the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Vamona Ananta Sinai Navelcar (1929–2021), a Goan artist whose work and experiences span three continents—Asia, Europe, and Africa. Directed by Ronak Kamat and shot entirely in…
Everyone is talking about land in Goa. Type it into Google and you’ll find a host of influencers suggesting investment in the property market. Open the local newspapers, and you’ll see constant stories of villagers objecting to construction projects. Tahir Noronha is an architect and…
Tibetans have been living in India for over 60 years. This talk focuses on how Tibetans come to India and how they rebuild their political, cultural, and social institutions under the leadership of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, with immense support from the Indian Government…
Should We Be Heading Towards Another Mining Shutdown? Mining is halted twice earlier because it is deeply inequitable for the people of Goa. Now, mining restarts under a new framework. On paper, it appears that things have changed — but has the underlying problem truly…
Keep your Sundays free this August for an exciting line-up of speakers at the Museum of Goa! 03 August 2025 | 11:30am - 12:30pm Topic: Mining, The New Regime Speakers: Claude Alvares & Rahul Basu 10 August 2025 | 11:30am - 12:30pm Topic: The…
Mapusa is a historic town that Orijit has loved intimately for over 25 years. However, in recent years, this unique place—a cradle of Goan culture, commerce, and cottage industry—faces a rapid decline. Orijit believes public art plays a powerful role in awakening community consciousness. In…
Step into a world of visual storytelling with a special conversation featuring acclaimed photographer Rohit Chawla alongside Katharina Kakar, Atul Sarin, and Hemali Sodhi only at Museum of Goa. This conversation will precede the opening of 'Rain Dogs', Chawla’s latest body of work, his most…
