The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has organised its latest series of public programs for December 2023. These free and engaging events have been curated to offer a range of experiences for art enthusiasts and the public, alongside the museum’s latest exhibition titled ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’.
The MMCA Sri Lanka will hold the new show through a Curator’s Tour with Chief Curator at the MMCA Sri Lanka Sharmini Pereira today (December 3) from 11 am to 12 noon, or with Assistant Curator at the MMCA Sri Lanka Ritchell Marcelline, on December 17 , from 11 am to 12 noon. Delve in the depths of ‘88 Acres’ and gain a deeper understanding of the Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva as you explore the exhibition through the eyes of a curator.
These guided tours promise to be an enlightening and enriching experience for all art and architecture enthusiasts.
You can also experience a unique artist-led tour on December 9 from 3 pm to 5 pm at the museum premises, with Irushi Tennekoon, Sumedha Kelegama and Sumudu Athukorala. A specially commissioned film titled ‘is this an architectural documentary?’ (2023) by these artists is now on display in ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’.
You can ioin the MMCA Sri Lanka in welcoming the festive season on December 15 from 2 pm to 4 pm, as the Choir of S. Thomas’ Preparatory School sings Christmas Carols, directed by Harin Amirthanathan. Set against the backdrop of ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva,’ the choir adds a harmonious touch to the season, creating a delightful atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
The MMCA Sri Lanka on the ground floor of Crescat Boulevard, Colombo 3, is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm (except on Poya days and public holidays), and admission to the museum and its public programs is free.
