1. Birla Academy of Art and Culture – a very familiar name to the citizens of Kolkata and also outside the city. Is that so? Birla Academy of Art & Culture - The Best Art Museum in the Country

2. Who are they? Birla Academy is a cultural institution in Kolkata established in the year 1967. It focuses on performing and visual arts. In all its attempts, this academy tends to foster the development of Indian art and culture. It is the treasure trove of valuable art works, past and present. The Academy is the heart of educational, artistic and cultural activities.

3. What kind of activities does the Academy indulge in?  Birla Academy of Art and Culture keeps itself busy with diverse kinds of activities.  It collects, preserves and showcases museum objects  Hosts exhibitions of International and Indian artistic works  The Academy also organizes cultural performances  It arranges for various types of educational programmes as well

4. How is the museum of Birla Academy? Birla Academy museum has its own unique character with its collection displaying hidden treasure right from 1 st century B.C till the modern times. The museum has a huge selection of creative skills of several celebrated contemporary artists of India. It also houses some of the finest specimens of modern western art.

6. The museum of the Academy showcases three categories of artistic works –  Traditional consisting of sculpture and miniature paintings.  Contemporary again includes sculpture, graphics, painting and drawing.  International Still have not seen the museum of Birla Academy? It’s a real miss I must say! It is one of the astounding experiences you will have while visiting it.