19 August,2011 07:23 AM IST | | The Guide Team
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is hosting a clay modelling competition for children aged 8 to 15 on Saturday
It's that time of the year when Mumbai gears up to welcome its beloved elephant-headed deity, Ganesha. To mark this festive occasion, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya has organised a clay modelling competition for children on the theme of My Friend Ganesha. The aim of this competition is to sensitise children about the use of traditional eco-friendly materials such as clay to make Ganesha idols.
Children making clay models of Ganesha
This competition will be divided into two groupsu00a0-- Junior (8 to 12 years) and Senior (13 to 15 years). The best models will be on display at the Museum for everyone to admire and there are prizes for winners.
The clay modelling competition is held at the museum every year. Last year's competition saw participation by 180 children. This competition is supported by the Hemendra Kothari Foundation, Dehejia Endowment
for Krishna Art and Gulestan and Rustom Billimoria Charity Trust.
On August 20, 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
At Visitors' Centre Auditorium, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Fort.u00a0
Call 22844484
registration fee Rs 50
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