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The Museum offers a rich selection of learning and outreach programmes focused on providing stimulating, participatory experiences that respond to different age, interest and language groups, and recognize a diversity of backgrounds. These experiences are aimed at creatively engaging with the Museum’s collection of artworks and exhibitions, encouraging critical engagement with Mumbai’s history, and artistic and cultural developments.

Going forward, the Museum will continue to offer online as well as select on-site programmes.


Fri, Sep 29, 2023 | 7 pm - 8 pm

Online Storytelling Session
In collaboration with Goshtarang

Join us online for an interactive storytelling session as we share the story of a librarian of Basra and how she guards this palace of knowledge on the ground!

Age: 6 - 14 | Language: Hindi | Free and open to all
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Sat, 23 Sep, 2023 |11 am – 12:30 pm

Family Fun | Painting Motifs & Dishes

In the late 19th century, a unique kind of ceramics known as 'Wonderland Art Pottery' gained popularity in the international market. This pottery style was developed by the students from the Sir JJ School of Art, who adorned the pots with designs and motifs inspired by the frescoes found in the renowned Ajanta caves.

Join us as we explore these histories and connections and get inspired to paint your own unique designs on clay dishes!
Charges: Rs.100 per participant. All materials will be provided.
Limited Spots. Registration is mandatory.
Venue: Museum Plaza, Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum
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Sunday, 17th Sep, 2023       9:30 am - 11:00 am

Living with Trees

In celebration of World Ozone Day, join us for an adventure with storyteller Katie Bagli as we explore Rani Baug's leafy residents. Hear 'tree-mendous' tales of the grandiose Baobab, the hospitable Guest tree, the wise old Silver Oak, and the friendly Ghost tree and discover their vital role in keeping our ecosystem healthy and happy. The walk will begin with an overview of the history of the botanical garden and its strong link with the Museum.

Language: English
Venue: Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan
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English: Friday, Sep 12, 2023
Hindi: Tuesday, Sep 15, 2023

Online Science Session | Carbon Crusaders

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Have you ever wondered about your carbon footprint? Everything you do in your daily routine, from commuting to using mobile phones, generates carbon emissions. These emissions contribute to the Earth's greenhouse effect and play a significant role in depleting the ozone layer. Join our session to explore greenhouse gases, understand their impact, and discover simple steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and embark on your journey toward climate action.

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Saturday, 9th September 2023       11 am to 12:30 pm

Festive Fun | Make An Eco-Friendly Ganpati Idol!

Join us for a fun workshop to craft your very own eco-friendly Ganesha idol! Celebrated with fervor in Maharashtra, the Ganapati Festival unites people of all ages.
Embrace the joy of molding clay and kickstart the festivities with us!

Venue: Museum Plaza, Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum
Free and Open to All. Adults can participate as well.
All materials will be provided.
Register Here


24th (Eng) & 25th (Hindi) Aug 2023       11 am - 12 pm

Online Science Session | Get to know nuclear

With the 'Manhattan Project' under J Robert Oppenheimer currently in the headlines, let’s learn more about nuclear science and its various environmental impacts. In the mid-20th century, this emerging branch of physics gained prominence in India with several renowned scientists including Homi Bhabha, Raja Ramanna, R. Chidambaram, and Anil Kakodkar working on atomic research. Join us as we delve into the science behind atomic power and understand the difference between nuclear fission and fusion.

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Saturday, 26th Aug 2023       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Festive Fun | Make Your Own Rakhi!

In collaboration with EkiBeki

With Raksha Bandhan around the corner, what would be a better gift for your sibling than a hand-made Rakhi! Join us at the Museum to create DIY Rakhis with a Patwa artist. Patwas are a community of jewelers and weavers who work mainly with silver and golden threads.

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Saturday, 12th August, 2023        4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Storytelling Performance | Discovery of India with Folktales

In collaboration with Story Circus

Folktales hold a wealth of wisdom, but they also tell us a lot about our indigenous cultural traditions and make us appreciate certain wisdom handed down through the ages.

Join us at the Museum for the storytelling performance 'Discovery of India through Folktales' by @ulkamayurofficial in celebration of Independence Day. These enriching and entertaining stories will transport children and adults alike through the length and breadth of India, unraveling the rich culture, diversity, and heritage of our country.

Age group: Adults and Children above 5+
Language: English & Hindi.
Charges: Free

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Friday, 21 & 28 July 2023        11 am - 12 pm

Online Science Session | Dive Into Dyes

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Before the manufacture of synthetic dyes, humans used natural colours obtained from plants, animals, or minerals. Throughout history, these natural dyes were not only used in textiles and paintings but also in the coloration of food and medicine. With the invention of synthetic dyes in 1856, the use of natural dyes declined. Join our upcoming session to learn more about the science of colours and the current trend toward sustainable dyes.

This session is presented by the BDL Museum in collaboration with STEAM Academy of Sciences, conceptualized & founded by Dr. A.P. Jayaraman. The talk will be delivered by Jasvinder Kaur with an introduction by the Museum's education team.

English: Fri, 21 July, 2023
Hindi: Fri, 28 July, 2023
Time: 11 am - 12 pm | Age: Grade 5 - 7 | Charges: Free
Session will be via Zoom.

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Saturday, 15th July        11 am

Workshop | A matchbox zine of Curious Objects

Once upon a time, Museum objects were regarded as 'curiosities'. Take a closer look at a few such 'curious' objects from the Museum's collection - what clues are they hiding about their stories? Who made these objects? What was their purpose? And how did they reach the Museum?

Do you have such curious objects in your own home? The workshop will guide participants to read object histories and tell their stories through a miniature matchbox zine!

Free, open to all above 8 years
Venue: Museum Plaza, Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum

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Friday, July 14, 2023        7 pm - 8 pm

Online Storytelling Session

In collaboration with Goshtarang
Performed by Mahendra Walunj and Ruchika Khot

Join us online for an interactive storytelling session as we share the story of a humble wolf! One fine day, the wolf tried to strike up a conversation with a lamb. As soon as the lamb saw the wolf's sharp teeth, it bolted! What happens next? Will the lamb and the wolf become friends, or will the wolf be judged based on how he looks? To find out, connect with us and join Mahendra Walunj and Radhika Khot as they read Quentin Greban's fun story, "Why Do They Say Wolves Are Bad?!"

Age: 6 - 14 | Language: Hindi


Saturday, 8th July 2023        11 am - 12:30 pm

Family Workshop: Ragamala Painting

Ragamala miniature paintings are a unique amalgamation of painting, poetry, and music that once thrived in the royal courts of India. Join us for a creative workshop that will take the participants through the Museum's collection of Ragamala miniatures and understand them through an audio-visual presentation of the paintings and the ragas they depict and the moods portrayed. Then try your hand at creating your own contemporary ragamala miniature!

Age: 8 years and above
Language: English

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Thursday,        29th June 2023 | 6 pm

Literature Live! at NCPA | With Tasneem Zakaria Mehta

Join Tasneem Zakaria Mehta, Director, BDL Museum as she discusses her latest book 'Mumbai: A City Through Objects, 101 Stories from the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum', at the upcoming Literature Live! at the NCPA Mumbai. Published to commemorate the Museum's 150th anniversary in 2022, the book gives an in-depth and insightful account of the historical and cultural evolution of Mumbai and tells the lesser-known stories of our city through the unique objects from the Museum's collection and the people who made them.

Tasneem Zakaria Mehta will be in conversation with Reema Gehi Desai an arts writer, researcher, and cultural facilitator. A copy of the book will be available for purchase at the venue.

Co-published with Harper Collins' new design imprint Harper Design. the book has won several awards in the field of design and art publications.

Venue: Little Theatre, NCPA
Please note that seating is on a first come, first serve basis.


Saturday, June 17, 2023        10:30 am - 1:00 pm

LEGO Workshop | Mumbai Skyline - Brick by Brick

Mumbai's cityscape is incomplete without its coastline, skyscrapers, flyovers and green open spaces. Join us with Sunday Bricks to build the Mumbai City Skyline with LEGO bricks and blocks.

Age: 6+ | open to children and adults.
Charges: Rs.100 per participant. All materials will be provided.
Venue: Museum plaza, Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum.

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Saturday, 10th June, 2023        11 am - 12.30 pm

H for Heritage: Mumbai

Join author and journalist, Fiona Fernandez as she takes you on a storytelling adventure across Mumbai! She will share humorous episodes and forgotten footnotes from her new children's book 'H for Heritage Mumbai', published by HarperCollins Children's Books.

The conversation will be moderated by the Museum Director, Tasneem Zakaria Mehta.

Age: 10 years and above | Charges: Free
Venue: Education Centre, Museum Plaza, Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum.

Register Here Queries: education@bdlmuseum.org


Saturday, June 3, 2023        11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Family Fun | Motifs & Pottery

In the 19th century, a unique kind of ceramics known as 'Wonderland Art Pottery' was popular in the international market. This pottery style was created by the students of the Sir JJ School of Art who painted them with designs and motifs copied from frescoes seen in the famous Ajanta caves. Join us as we explore these histories and connections and get inspired to paint your own unique designs on clay pots!

The workshop will begin with an introduction to the Museum's collection of pottery from the Sir J J School of Art.

Age: 10+ | Charges: Rs 100.
All materials will be provided.
Venue: Museum Plaza, Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum

Register Here


17 & 24 Mar 2022        11 am – 12 pm

Online Science Session | Let there be Light

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Have you ever noticed the massive ornamented gas lamps as you wander around the city? Have you ever wondered how the streets were lit up before electricity arrived in India and how it was being generated? Join us as we learn the evolution of lighting from coal, gas, kerosene, and electricity to LED and gradually towards solar energy today. e.

English: Friday, 17 Mar, 2023 | 11 am - 12 pm

Hindi: Friday, 24 Mar, 2023 | 11 am - 12 pm 2

Age: Grade 6 - 8 | Charges: Free
Session will be via Zoom. Limited spots available.

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16th Nov, 2022        11 am – 12 pm

Online Science Session | What's in the Soil?

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Did you know that microbes in the soil can either make or break your gardens? The relationship between plants and microorganisms, which has evolved over millions of years, is a fundamental element of the terrestrial ecosystems on earth. Join us as we discover more about these microorganisms, which play a significant role in the development and health of plants, as well as how human actions can upset this balance.

English: Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Hindi: Monday, December 12, 2022

11 am - 12 pm | Age: Grade 7 - 9
Charges: Free | Session will be via Zoom. Limited spots available.

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Online | Science Film Festival

In collaboration with Goethe-Institut

Join us this December, as we look at some entertaining, creative, exciting - and always enriching films on science followed up by fun experiments. The international festival, a celebration of science communication, aims to make science accessible to everyone.

This year’s theme is 'Equal Opportunities in Science' seeks to support recognizing gender stereotypes and dynamics that limit young people in their career and study choices and to reflect on them together with students. The goal is to show young people the entire range of career perspectives and encourage them to follow their individual strengths and interests.

Free and open to all above 8 years
All sessions will be via Zoom
Language: English
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Sat, 3rd Dec 2022 | 11 am - 12 pm

- Animated GIFs

- Sci-PY Reporter: Every child a scientist


Sat, 10th Dec 2022 | 11 am - 12 pm

- Mind the Gap - (No) Role Models

- What is Bionics? - When researchers take a leaf out of nature's book!


Sat, 17th Dec 2022 | 6 pm - 7 pm

- I am deaf - Navina shows us her world

- Zenith: The Great Voyage


16th Nov, 2022        11 am – 12 pm

Online Science Session | Mining the Sea!

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Did you know that Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive is located on land that was reclaimed from the sea in the 1920s? Special mechanised boats, known as dredgers, are employed to excavate underwater sediments and thus deepen the channels and harbour. The excavated sediments can be used for land reclamation. Explore the basic science of sedimentation, hydraulics, and the mechanics of dredging with us!

English: Wednesday, 16th Nov, 2022

Hindi: Monday, 24th Nov, 2022

11 am - 12.30 pm | Age: Grade 6 - 8
Charges: Free | Session will be via Zoom. Limited spots available.

Register : education@bdlmuseum.org


16 & 22 Sept 2022        11 am – 12 pm

Online Science Session | Crawling Creatures

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Did you know that it takes between 50,000 and 300,000 lac bugs to manufacture 1 kilogram of shellac, an insect-derived resin? Shellac is used in producing glazed paper, wax crayons, jewellery, bangles, cosmetics, furniture, and decorative objects. Insects are an essential element of our ecology. Come along as we discover more about the Lac insect and other useful insects like bees and silkworms.

English: Friday, Oct 14, 2022
Hindi: Friday, Oct 28, 2022

11 am - 12 pm
Age: Grade 6 - 8 | Charges: Free
Session will be via Zoom. Limited spots available.

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16 & 22 Sept 2022        11 am – 12 pm

Online Science Session | Ozone Explained

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

The ozone layer is a shield of gas that protects the Earth from the harmful rays of the Sun and helps in preserving life on the planet. However, beginning in the 1970s, scientific evidence showed that the ozone shield was being depleted far more rapidly than naturally. Learn some fascinating ozone-related facts as we observe World Ozone Day and focus on preserving this important layer.

English: Friday, September 16, 2022

Hindi: Thursday, September 22, 2022

11 am - 12.30 pm
Age: Grade 6 - 8
Charges: Free
Session will be via Zoom. Limited spots available.

Register : education@bdlmuseum.org


Monday, 15th August, 2022        11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Independence Day Special | BDL Museum Tour

This Independence Day, join us for a special tour of the BDL Museum! As India celebrates 75 years of Independence, the Museum celebrates 150 years since it opened to the public in 1872. Explore the Museum's journey, stories behind the objects and get an insight into how the Museum collection evolved through a span of 150 years right from its early days, through the Independence movement, to contemporary times!

English: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Marathi: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Age: 10 years and above

Charges: Museum Entry Ticket Applicable

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Saturday, 13th August, 2022        4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Storytelling Performance | Discovery of India with Folktales

In collaboration with Story Circus

In celebration of 75th Independence Day, join us at the Museum with Ulka Mayur as she brings back some new stories in her performance 'Discovery of India with Folktales'. The stories will transport children and adults alike through the length and breadth of India with handpicked folklores from the country.

Age group: 5 to 12 years. Parents can accompany children.

Language: English & Hindi. No prior registration needed.

Seating will be on first come first serve basis.


Friday, 12th August, 2022        11 am - 12 pm

Online Science Session | Cotton: From Fibre to Fabric

In collaboration with STEAM Academy

Cotton played a crucial role in the struggle for India’s Independence and in building the city of Mumbai. In the late 19th century, the Museum also won several medals at international and domestic exhibitions for sending the best examples of raw cotton. But do you know how exactly the fluffy cotton balls are converted into smooth fibres? Join us as we learn more about this natural fibre that once formed the backbone of Mumbai's socio-economic history!

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Sunday, 07 August 2022             11 am - 12 pm

Children's Film Festival

Presented in collaboration with Canada in India (High Commission of Canada)

The Museum is delighted to present 'Children’s Film Festival' featuring exciting Canadian animated stories about children and their freedom, rights, and values. Join us for this fun and educational monthly film screenings!

Age: 5 years +
Venue: Education Centre, Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum
Museum entry ticket applicable
Limited Seating on first come first basis.


Tuesday Talks

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to revisit our past talks by eminent scholars.
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Treasure Hunt Tuesdays

Solve riddles inspired by the Museum's permanent collection and win prizes!
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Flashback Fridays

Join us as we explore our past exhibitions and discuss their continuing relevance.
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Sunday Sketches

Share your artworks inspired by the Museum objects!
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Colouring Sheets

Established in 1857, the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad is the oldest Museum in Mumbai. It is a treasure house of decorative & industrial art objects. The richly designed interiors of the Museum include the encaustic Minton tiles, imported for the Museum in the late 19th century. These patterns, found on the Grand Staircase & the Mumbai Gallery, are a treat for our visitors and are an important part of the city's history.
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