About Museum of Art and Photography
The Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) is a private art museum located on Kasturba Road in central Bengaluru, Karnataka, adjacent to Cubbon Park. Opened to the public in February 2023, it is India's first major private museum dedicated to art and photography. Founded by collector Abhishek Poddar, it houses over 60,000 works spanning paintings, photographs, textiles, folk and popular art, and design objects, presented through physical galleries and digital experiences.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a modern five-storey museum building with curated galleries displaying paintings, photography, textiles, folk and popular art, sculpture and design objects from the 10th century to contemporary times. The experience includes rotating exhibitions, digital interactives, a rooftop terrace, auditorium for talks and screenings, museum shop, cafe and library. Galleries are air-conditioned and well-lit with interpretive labels, guided tours and multimedia displays explaining the collections.
Key highlights
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Collection of over 60,000 artworks including paintings, photographs, textiles and folk art
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Dedicated photography collection tracing history of photography in India
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Modern purpose-built museum building designed by Mathew and Ghosh Architects
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Digital experiences and interactive displays complementing physical galleries