The document discusses the influence of Portuguese culture on the art and museums in Goa, highlighting the well-preserved architecture and diverse exhibitions. It details several key museums, including the Goa State Museum, Naval Aviation Museum, and Goa Chitra Museum, each showcasing unique aspects of Goan history, art, and culture. Additionally, it mentions notable art galleries, such as Sunaparanta Art Centre and Mario Gallery, which promote both traditional and contemporary Goan art.

1. Art and museums in Goa
Art and museums in Goa show an influence of Portuguese impact in Goan culture.
The condition of museums and art galleries in goa is very well, and visitors are happily
surprised to find some delightful stuff almost at every distinct place.
The buildings that comprise the art galleries in Goa are typical Portuguese architecture. They
have preserved the Goan essence very well. A lot of history is visible in the Art and museums
in Goa.
The Goa state is, but its level of efforts in maintaining its culture and heritage is
magnanimous.
MUSEUMS IN GOA
1)The GOA STATE MUSEUM BASED IN PANJIM
GOA STATE MUSEUM
Also known as the State Archaeology Museum founded in 1977. It consists of Ancient
History and Archaeology, Art and Craft, and Geology sections.
An interesting fact is that the museum had a small beginning in a rented building on Sept 29,
1977. The actual inauguration was a new complex with the august presence of the then
President of India on June 18, 1996.

2. The museum housed 8,000 artificial on display, including stone sculptures, wooden objects,
carvings, bronzes, paintings, manuscripts, rare coins, and anthropological artifacts at the EDC
Complex in Patto, Panaji.
The museum showcases the ancient history, culture and traditions of Art and museums in
Goa.
Lately, it had shifted to Adil Shah’s Palace, Old Secretariat, Panjim.
2) NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM
NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM GOA
It Is in Bogmalo, 6kms from Vasco De Gama. It is a military museum.
The museum has an external exhibition space and a two-storeyed indoor gallery Art and
museums in Goa.
In the beginning, the museum had a small collection of 6 aircraft of world war || vintage such
as Sealand, Alize, Dove, Vampire, Sea Hawk and Hughes Helicopter.
Now in the museum, there are 15 types of aircraft with aircraft carrier INS Viraat, complete
with a ski-jump runway, and Sea Harrier jump jets on its deck.
In the museum, you can see the historic Super Constellation aircraft, which paved the way for
Indian Navy to take over Maritime Patrol duties from the Indian Air Force.
All machinery and equipment are kept well maintained. One can touch and feel the exhibited
objects. It located behind the Goan airport.

3. 3) GOA CHITRA MUSEUM, BENAULIM, GOA
GOA CHITRA MUSEUM, BENAULIM, GOA
The museum associated with the artist-curator Victor Hugo. All the artifacts kept here have a
reference with olden days Goa. There is much to describe in the voice of the older living
community.
The objects preserved here symbolise the rural and agrarian life of early Art and museums in
Goa.
This is one among the museums in goa that has made efforts to continue appreciating the
works and objectives of rural art forms that have helped in development. It also promotes the
endeavours of artists involved in producing Goa’s indigenous art forms.
They encourages students to participate in the working of artisans. It also promotes the
amelioration of rustic artisans with alleviating their saleability.
4) Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa

4. Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa
Set up, in 1994, it was the only museum of Christian art in Asia. It is based in the Convent of
Santa Monica and is home to heritage monuments today.
Among the Art and museums in Goa, this one is said to consist of a lot of work done initially
by Hindi artists but declared as Goan Christian art.
Look closely at the collections and their preservation. The textiles preserved here have some
extensive ornate details with gold and silver thread weaving, along with multicoloured thread
embroidery as well as other distinct material incorporated in the stitching Art and museums in
Goa.
Every object displayed in the museum speaks of the immense wealth of the then existent
churches. The Museum has received support by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation,
Portugal and the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi.
ART GALLERIES IN GOA
1)SUNAPARANTA ART CENTRE IN GOA

5. SUNAPARANTA ART CENTRE IN GOA
Is the pace to be! Its appearance is of a cool lavish bungalow outside with blue paint and
greenery around. The insides of this art gallery in goa are magical in their way. Everything
has its charm. For eg., the flower arrangements are in a variety as the breeds of flowers
decorated.
A separate section dedicated to Bollywood with wall collages. Another is a white room where
everything is white with art pieces posted on the whiteness of the walls Art and museums in
Goa.
You can taste some delicious cake and coffee in the restaurant here. That is also a beautiful
and elegant place to be.
2) MARIO GALLERY, PEHNA DE FRANCA

6. MARIO GALLERY, PEHNA DE FRANCA
Is a little fascination tour of Goa in a charming manner. Idyllic here means you feel like an
animated or a cartoon character yourself as part of the Gallery!
This one of the art galleries in goa has wall cartoons, and there are cartoon character
mannequins all the way from the entrance to the premises within.
A beautiful collection of lampshades arranged for your appreciation! There are fridge
magnets.
They have also displayed tiny bits of small carved wooden animals, printed greetings. Also,
engaging bottled goodies. You have ethnic printed clothes Art and museums in Goa.
The Mario art gallery in Goa does give an interactive feel with a telltale ambience. The
gardened path inside has figures of different rustic professionals in activity postures.
3) The GALLERY GITANJALI

7. The GALLERY GITANJALI GOA
On Fountainhas Road, Panjim has an extreme Portuguese feel, especially its architecture. It is
the beauty of being in Goa. Half the time even an Indian may feel an international traveller
touring Portugal!
It seems a small place to be, but once you step inside, there is a whole lot to discover. It hosts
black and white photos of Mother Teresa.
They have paintings on sale. There are people to help you with all the displayed stuff. Art and
museums in Goa.
4) KALA ACADEMY IN PANJIM

8. KALA ACADEMY IN PANJIM GOA
A gallery dedicated to the work of contemporary Goan artists, both amateur and professional.
It is easier said than done indeed! The contemporary art displays are quite some food for
thought.
Goa seems to be somewhat inventive and resonant not only in keeping her culture alluring
but in retaining its charm and allure.
Be part of cultural workshops in this Art and museums in Goa, speak appreciation and listen
to some outstanding oratory as well as enlightening narratives by the veterans here.
Goa is futuristic regarding her cultural relations not only with visiting scholars from India but
internationally as well. The Academy actively takes part in the discussion to enhance the
future of goa art. Here is foresight and here is a vision.
Art students and the public assemble for the artists’ camp as well that encases the
professionals in action. The participants can also enrol as prospective students with the
professionals.
5) CARPE DIEM

9. THE CARPE DIEM GOA
Carpe Diem is the name of a place housed in a 260-year-old ancestral house in Majorda.
The meaning of the word is ‘seize the day’.Art and museums in Goa.
As fascinating the name is the place provides a platform to novices for creative experience
and performance.
A vast red staircase welcomes you to Portuguese styled premises, and you have your
moments to seize the day!