National History Museum, Lahore

National History Museum, Lahore Pakistan’s first digitally interactive museum, curated & managed by The Citizens Archive of Pakistan
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20/05/2026

Listen to the Creative Manager, Sana Maqsood, as she reflects on the curatorial and design journey behind bringing the exhibition to life, the creative process involved, and the challenges encountered along the way. The video also features carpenter Gulzar Hussain, whose craftsmanship helped execute the exhibit itself, as he shares what it means to contribute to a project that honours and celebrates the labour, skill, and legacy of artisans across Pakistan.

20/05/2026

Husn-e-Hunar is grounded in the voices, memories, and generational knowledge of artisans who have tirelessly preserved Pakistan’s traditional crafts through generations. More than an exhibition, it is an effort to document the people behind the practices that continue to shape the country’s cultural identity.

Listen to Senior Project Manager of the Oral History Project, Salman Tahir, as he speaks about the research, vision, and documentation process behind the exhibit. He reflects on the critical gaps in the preservation of Pakistan’s craft histories and highlights the importance of recording artisans’ oral histories to ensure these traditions, skills, and cultural narratives endure for generations to come.

20/05/2026

Husn-e-Hunar stands as a meaningful extension of the narratives preserved at the National History Museum, an exhibit that brings Pakistan’s living traditions, craftsmanship, and artistic legacy into conversation with history itself.

Listen to Museum Director, Awais Malik, as he reflects on the vision behind the exhibit, the significance of integrating craft practices into the museum’s existing themes, and the urgent need to preserve and celebrate the artistry that shapes Pakistan’s cultural identity.

The National History Museum invites all young historians to join the Summer School Junior Art Camp 2026. This year’s cam...
16/05/2026

The National History Museum invites all young historians to join the Summer School Junior Art Camp 2026. This year’s camp offers an engaging mix of science, art, and craft-based activities designed to encourage learning through creativity.

Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, participants will explore new ideas, try different techniques, and bring their imagination to life in a fun and supportive environment.

To register, click the link provided below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/17FC7Aa4iLEGwbv0O6g4vUaPxIu6LnSyPs7hsQnfLmnA/viewform?edit_requested=true

The National History Museum is all set for the Summer School Senior Camp, starting from 15th June. This four-week camp b...
16/05/2026

The National History Museum is all set for the Summer School Senior Camp, starting from 15th June. This four-week camp brings together interactive workshops, field visits, guest lectures, storytelling sessions, and hands-on activities designed to make history engaging and fun for young learners.

Participants will explore museum curation, oral history, the art of Fresco, Pakistan’s architecture and cuisines while learning through creative and practical experiences.

Limited seats are available, so register now through the link given below and get ready for a summer full of learning, creativity, and discovery.

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1-brQL0XcRz5KZX8r0z4EOoYQ8eIx3aTlM8uaadnxcYU/viewform?edit_requested=true

The National History Museum invites you to join a special Block Printing Workshop in collaboration with Mashghalay as pa...
15/05/2026

The National History Museum invites you to join a special Block Printing Workshop in collaboration with Mashghalay as part of Husn-e-Hunar launch, our newly curated multi-sensory exhibit celebrating the crafts and artisans of Pakistan.

Come and explore the beauty of traditional craftsmanship through a creative hands-on experience.

Seats are limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Register a slot now through the link given below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1w0pbwL5SZ1b3fVta_IO-tFMtvjvUIHxMyO497ZKQTQ4/viewform?edit_requested=true

Workshop Slots:
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Date: 23rd May 2026
Venue: The National History Museum, Greater Iqbal Park

This International Museum Day, the National History Museum invites you to join us as we come together for a special webi...
14/05/2026

This International Museum Day, the National History Museum invites you to join us as we come together for a special webinar titled “Uniting for Decolonisation: Opportunities for Museums”.

On this occasion, we open the floor to a global conversation on how museums can rethink, reframe, and reshape their practices for a decolonised future.

We would be glad to have you with us for this meaningful exchange of ideas.

To join the webinar, please refer to the link given below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1h2XcM9KhO2Fo0JlbqbQRIZJh8wdq3JX2wrh4zAtucAA/edit

Date: 18th May, 2026
Time: 4:00pm PKT (GMT+5)

Lights, Camera, Action!The National History Museum is excited to introduce the young stars of our upcoming film, Anarkal...
29/04/2026

Lights, Camera, Action!

The National History Museum is excited to introduce the young stars of our upcoming film, Anarkali Retold.

As the grand finale of the Winter School Programme 2025, this film reimagines the legendary tale in contemporary times.

Premiere Details:

Date: 9th May 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: National History Museum, Greater Iqbal Park

You can register yourself through the link given below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vUzIZUhQUp_d9hErzdqWDM9dR0aOAZTEY62c4s9TXII/edit

Meet the master artisans Manzoor Hussain, Qaiser Abbas, and Muhammad Wajid at our upcoming exhibit Husn-e-Hunar. Discove...
16/04/2026

Meet the master artisans Manzoor Hussain, Qaiser Abbas, and Muhammad Wajid at our upcoming exhibit Husn-e-Hunar. Discover their journeys of learning and preserving the timeless crafts of Khussa Sazi, K***a Kari, and Kashi Gari for generations to come.

Stay with us for updates on our upcoming exhibition.


13/02/2026

The National History Museum is coming to the Faiz International Festival 2026.

Join us for an interactive pop-up exhibit, “فیض کے گیت " (The songs of Faiz), paying homage to the classical and contemporary music icons who brought Faiz’s verses to life.

We’ve set the stage. Stop by, dive into the music, and share your favourite singers’ renditions with us!

Dates: 14th – 15th February, 2026
Venue: Alhamra Arts Council, Lahore

05/02/2026

Meet Ustaad Muhammad Bashir: a master kite maker and flyer with a legacy spanning more than 50 years. His journey began with an intergenerational skill of kite-making inherited from his elder brother, which he has now passed on to his Shahgird (apprentice), M. Usman. Today, he is more than a Ustaad; he is the guardian of the craft’s history. His vintage kite collection tells the story of an era, serving as a timeline for the craft’s heritage and its changing economy.

Learn the art of kite-making with M. Usman as he explains the steps in the process of kite-making from scratch.

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National History Museum, Greater Iqbal Park
Lahore

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Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
Friday 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday 11:00 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 18:00

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