The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has an exciting lineup of public programmes for March 2024, inviting visitors to engage with art and culture in unique and immersive ways. From curated tours to workshops and discussions, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Explore our current exhibition ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’ in Tamil on 16 March, Saturday from 11 am–12 pm. It is the perfect chance for you to dive deep into the Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva, with the help of one of our Visitor Educators. Right after that, from 3–6 pm, we are calling all shutterbugs for a Photography Workshop with Ruwan Meegammana! Learn the art of photographing architecture with Ruwan, and don’t forget to bring your mobile phone or tablet to snap some awesome shots of Galle Face Green and its neighbourhoods.
Experience ‘88 Acres’ more deeply on a Curated Tour with our Chief Curator Sharmini Pereira on 17 March, Sunday from 11 am–12 pm. Discover fascinating narratives behind the exhibition and its research, and listen to Sharmini share her insights into the showcased pieces.
On 22 March, Friday from 6 pm–7 pm we are curating a one-of-a-kind, Sinhala language Gallery Talk titled ‘Dissecting Documentary’. Join filmmaker and critic Boopathy Nalin in conversation with artist and architect Sumudu Athukorala as they delve into the evolution of documentary filmmaking in Sri Lanka. The Talk will also include an analysis of ‘is this an architectural documentary?’ (2023), currently on view at the Museum.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join artists Irushi Tennekoon, Sumedha Kelegama, and Sumudu Athukorala for a guided tour of ‘88 Acres’ on 23 March, Saturday from 3 pm–5 pm. Explore the exhibition and gain unique insights from the creators of the specially commissioned film ‘is this an architectural documentary?’ (2023).
All events are free, so come and soak up the art vibes with us! For more information and updates, please visit the MMCA Sri Lanka website at www.mmca-srilanka.org or follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/mmcasrilanka) and Instagram (instagram.com/mmcasrilanka).