Lonavala: The Museum on Wheels, an initiative by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS), Mumbai, attracted nearly 9,000 students and teachers during its recent exhibition in Lonavala from September 8 to 12.
The Museum on Wheels, designed as a mobile museum within a specially created bus, showcased the rich heritage of Indian folk art, handicrafts, and textiles under the theme “Jharokha.”
The exhibition was organized in collaboration with Citibank and received a warm welcome from the Lonavala Women’s Foundation.
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Museum on Wheels Brings Art, History, and Culture to Schools
Students from 13 educational institutions, including Kaivalyadham School, Gurukul School, Bhonde High School, Auxilium Convent School, Lonavala College, VPS High School, VPS School Malavli, Purandare School, Municipal School, Revwood International School, Balgraam School, and Maharshi Karve School Kamshet, participated. A total of 8,591 students benefitted from the interactive sessions and displays.
The specially designed bus by CSMVS featured guided tours, informative panels, and engaging activities that offered students a hands-on introduction to art, history, science, and culture.
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Interactive Learning Beyond the Classroom
According to Brinda Anish Ganatra, founder and president of the Lonavala Women’s Foundation, the initiative successfully fostered curiosity, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for India’s cultural heritage.
For students unable to visit the CSMVS museum in Mumbai, the Museum on Wheels makes exhibitions more accessible by bringing curated collections directly to schools and colleges.
The initiative provides an enriching educational experience beyond classroom learning, encouraging students to explore new perspectives in history, culture, and science.
