Panaji, 15 May, 2026

Goa Science Centre, Panaji, in collaboration with the Directorate of Museums, Government of Goa, will celebrate International Museum Day 2026 from May 16 to 18, 2026 with a series of programmes highlighting the importance of museums in preserving cultural and scientific heritage.

This year’s International Museum Day is being observed under the theme “Museums Uniting a Divided World”, emphasising the role of museums in promoting dialogue, understanding, inclusion and peace across communities worldwide.

As part of the celebrations, an exhibition titled “My Own Collection” will be organised featuring 25 hobbyists from different parts of Goa displaying their unique collections including coins, stamps, antiques, fossils, artworks, toys, vintage items, rare books and other collectibles. The exhibition will be inaugurated at 11.00 am on May 16, 2026 and will remain open to visitors from 10.00 am to 5.30 pm till May 18, 2026 at Goa Science Centre, Panaji.

One lecture on “History & Heritage of Goa from Ancient Times to 2019” will also be held on May 16, 2026 at 11.30 am. The lecture will be delivered by Shri Prajal Sakhardande, Associate Professor, Department of History, Dhempe College of Arts & Science, Miramar, followed by an interactive question-answer session.

The valedictory function of International Museum Day celebrations will be held at 4.00 pm on May 18, 2026, with Dr. Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, attending as the Chief Guest.

The organizers are appeal to Students, visitors and the general public are invited to visit the exhibition and participate in the lecture programme to explore the importance and uniqueness of various collections and heritage preservation.

          

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Source-Goa Science Centre/PIB Panaji/Ambadas Yadav/Parshuram Kor

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