Located inside the lovely Cubbon park, the Venkatappa Art Gallery holds a particular place in the historical past of Bengaluru. The Government of Karnataka inaugurated the iconic artwork gallery in 1975.
It was devoted to the nice artist Shri Okay. Venkatappa. He was a pioneer in portray, Plaster of Paris works and an exponent of Veena.
In January 17, 2024 the Brigade Foundation of the Brigade Group began the restoration work of the gallery. It included repairing the museum’s infrastructure, together with civil repairs, public facilities, and enhancing gallery shows. The exterior landscaping was additionally improved.
The Galleries now showcase works of artists Okay. Venkatappa and Okay.Okay. Hebbar, alongside 5 mini galleries that includes rotating exhibitions. The renovated facility additionally incorporates a restoration room which supplies conservators with instruments to take care of and restore artworks. The constructing now has a restaurant house too.
The renovated artwork gallery will now be formally transferred to authorities authorities for upkeep.
