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Governor launches Goa Chitra Membership Drive
Goa Chitra, Goa’s first Ethnographic museum at Benaulim, Goa was graced
by the Governor of Goa, His Excellency Dr. S.S. Sidhu on 1st March 2010.
The distinguished Governor, listened carefully while Victor Hugo Gomes,
the curator of the museum, along with his wife Aldina, explained the
artifacts at Goa Chitra that showcase Goa’s rich cultural past and the
toil and creativity of the people of the state. His Excellency was very
impressed with the sustainable organic farm and how it is tied to the
museum’s objectives, to collect, preserve and pay tribute to Goa's
unique heritage for future generations. The Governor was intrigued by
the commonalities between the sustainable agricultural practices and
implements of the people of Goa with those of his home state, Punjab,
the great food bowl of India. He was fascinated by Victor’s dedication
and effort to singlehandedly collect, preserve, document and display the
collection through self funding, and the generosity of the people of
Goa. In his message the Governor noted, “A great museum, so rich and
exquisite, more importantly documented as well. A unique attempt at
preserving the past, to enrich the future. I admire the effort and
labour that has gone into this venture”.
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Victor explained that the genesis of the museum began many years ago
when he started collecting old, discarded implements and tools from
attics and storerooms because he was saddened to see reminders of a way
of life disappear. But as the collection grew, he was awed by the
richness of the culture and heritage that these objects represented, and
the knowledge and skills of our forefathers. His quest to collect
objects and artifacts led him to travel the length and breadth of Goa,
to the remotest of villages, speaking to the village elders, documenting
the ethnicity and rituals associated with every item.
During his visit, the Governor launched The Goa Chitra Membership Drive
and became its privileged member. Membership to Goa Chitra is open to
all and will allow individuals and institutions to become part of a
greater purpose, while enjoying a rich schedule of exhibitions and
events that explore Goan culture. The membership contribution will
become part of an endowment that will be utilized to support many
worthwhile projects, including Museum internships and research programs
for Goan, Indian and overseas students and faculty, and exhibits, public
programs, and lectures that take Goa's indigenous expertise to the world.
The museum is open to public on all days except Mondays between 9.00 am
to 6.00 pm. For further details on membership call 08326579877,
08322772910, 09850466165 or email goachi...@gmail.com
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