Bangladesh National Museum

Birth anniversary / ‘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.

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.

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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

22nd DIFF / 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.

September 16, 2023
September 16, 2023

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.

March 24, 2019
March 24, 2019

Ananya Top Ten Awards 2018 conferred

Every year since 1993, Ananya Magazine has recognised and honoured ten women for their remarkable contribution in their

March 13, 2019
March 13, 2019

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.

March 4, 2019
March 4, 2019

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.

February 15, 2018
February 15, 2018

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.

January 4, 2018
January 4, 2018

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.

October 8, 2015
October 8, 2015

[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.

May 7, 2015
May 7, 2015

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.

April 17, 2015
April 17, 2015

“Ebong Rabindranath” at BNM today

Bangladesh National Museum and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs will jointly present an “Ebong Rabindranath”, an India-Bangladesh

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