Bangladesh National Museum
‘Non-communal Spirit and Nazrul’: Honouring the Rebel Poet’s clarion call for equality
Highlighting the universal appeal of Nazrul's poetry, Dr Kamal, who is also a poet, stressed the need to expand translation efforts to present the rich literary heritage of Bengal on the global stage. He urged bringing masterpieces of Bangla literature, including Nazrul's transcendent works, to readers across the world through high-quality translations. This would not only honour the genius of pioneers like the Rebel Poet but also facilitate a wider appreciation and understanding of the region's literary and cultural legacy among international audiences.
28 May 2024, 11:48 AM
Four veteran figures to receive Nazrul Padak this year
This year, four veteran figures are set to be honoured with the Nazrul Padak, as announced by the Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University. The recipients of the award include renowned Nazrul Sangeet artistes Dalia Nausheen and Salahuddin Ahmed, alongside esteemed researchers Dr Gulshan Ara Kazi and Anupam Hayat.
20 May 2024, 10:59 AM
Celebrating 100 years of Kalim Sharafi, a cultural icon
As the world commemorates the birth centenary of Kalim Sharafi, his legacy as a cultural icon and activist shines brightly, illuminating the path he forged with unwavering dedication and passion. Born on May 8, 1924 into a family rooted in the village of Khairadihi, West Bengal, Rabindra Sangeet maestro Sharafi's life journey was defined by a profound commitment to using art as a catalyst for social change.
11 May 2024, 09:36 AM
DIFF Day 9: ‘Antohin Pathe’ amongst other short films to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
28 January 2024, 05:13 AM
DIFF Day 7: ‘Nona Pani’ to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
26 January 2024, 05:07 AM
DIFF Day 6: ‘Mighty Afrin - In the Time of Floods’ to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
25 January 2024, 05:04 AM
DIFF Day 5: ‘Sabittri’ to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
24 January 2024, 04:25 AM
DIFF Day 2: Manoj Pramanik starrer ‘Muntasir’ to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
21 January 2024, 06:35 AM
Films galore: 22nd DIFF opens for all, graced by Sharmila Tagore
“Better Film, Better Audience and Better Society” – with this slogan the curtains rose on the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) at the Bangladesh National Museum today. The quintessential Bengali beauty and legendary actress Sharmila Tagore graced the stage as a special guest. Audiences and the media eagerly awaited the moment when the renowned actress would share her insights on stage.
20 January 2024, 14:00 PM
Safeguarding intangible cultural heritage: Still a long way to go?
Recognising the cultural construct of the state, Lubna Marium emphasises that any threat to culture hampers societal progress, national unity, and diversity. To address this, she has spearheaded the establishment of a comprehensive Intangible Cultural Heritage Inventory (ICH) through Shadhona.
21 November 2023, 17:35 PM
People imbued with Liberation War's spirit will pull Bangladesh ahead: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed the inauguration ceremony of a special art exhibition titled "1973-2023 Retrospective" with the selected paintings of Independence Award-winning and internationally-acclaimed artist and valiant freedom fighter Shahabuddin Ahmed at Bangladesh National Museum in the city's Shahbagh area, yesterday.
16 September 2023, 05:09 AM
Ananya Top Ten Awards 2018 conferred
Every year since 1993, Ananya Magazine has recognised and honoured ten women for their remarkable contribution in their
23 March 2019, 18:00 PM
Monir Chowdhury performs at 'Chirodiner Gaan'
The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, High Commission of India, Dhaka, organised a musical evening titled, Chirodiner Gaan, featuring singer Monir Chowdhury at Bangladesh National Museum recently.
12 March 2019, 18:00 PM
A glimpse into the pre-modern Islamic culture in Bengal
Did you know that the famous Bara Katra, located in the old quarters of Dhaka city, was built to be an exact replica of the garden of paradise? It is also little known that its patron Mughal Prince Shah Shuja (1616–1661AD) was not satisfied with the structure and thus ordered it to be used as a caravanserai instead.
3 March 2019, 18:00 PM
Anwara Bahar Chowdhury's birth centenary observed
Noted educationist, writer and cultural activist Anwara Bahar Chowdury's birth centenary was observed on February 13 at the Sufia Kamal Auditorium of Bangladesh National Museum.
14 February 2018, 18:00 PM
Nat’l Museum to hold photo exhibition on Rohingya tomorrow
A day-long photo exhibition themed 'Rohingya: the stateless refugees in Bangladesh' is to be held at the lobby of Bangladesh National Museum in Dhaka.
4 January 2018, 04:32 AM
[WATCH NOW] Novera’s exhibition begins at National Museum
Renowned sculptor Novera Ahmed’s first posthumous solo exhibition begins at the Bangladesh National Museum in Dhaka.
8 October 2015, 12:34 PM
Sculptor Novera passes away
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday expresses deep shock at the death of eminent sculptor Novera Ahmed, the first modern sculptor of Bangladesh. Novera died at a hospital in Paris, PM's Press Secretary AKM Shameem Chowdhuri said.
6 May 2015, 18:37 PM
“Ebong Rabindranath” at BNM today
Bangladesh National Museum and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs will jointly present an “Ebong Rabindranath”, an India-Bangladesh
16 April 2015, 18:00 PM