Heritage Trust Baroda

Makarpura Medley 2025
2025-12-25 10:00 - 12:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Bodhi, Makarpura, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
The Heritage Trust of Baroda invites you to join us for an engaging block printing workshop at Bodhi. Let our seasoned experts immerse you in the intricacies of this ancient craft, guiding you through the process of creating your very own block-printed masterpiece to cherish as a souvenir of this delightful event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have fun while learning something timeless.
Thursday, 25th December, 2025 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Followed by
Lunch at Lucky Restaurant @ 12:30 pm
Venue:
Bodhi
889/4, GIDC Industrial Estate, Makarpura Vadodara – 390010

Champaner Pavagadh Heritage Festival 2025
2025-12-28 07:30 - 20:00 | Champaner Pavagadh, Pavagadh, India
Champaner Heritage Festival 2025 is being celebrated on 28th December 2025. The detailed program and events are listed at the below URL
https://www.heritagetrustbaroda.org/champaner-pavagadh-2025/
Organised by:
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) – Regional Centre Vadodara. Ministry of Culture, Government of India
In Collaboration with Gujarat Tourism, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Panchmahal District Administration & Heritage Trust Vadodara

Passion Gardening - An Immersive Experience
2026-01-11 08:00 - 09:30 | Daar us Salaam, Vasna Road, Vadodara, India
A special gardening session with Nurruddin Bhaisaheb, a passionate gardener known for his beautifully curated mixed garden of fruiting, flowering and medicinal plants. Explore trees, shrubs and herbs, learn practical gardening skills, and discover the functional and healing uses of plants. The walk takes you through his lovingly maintained garden – a living classroom for plant lovers.
Date: 11th January 2026 (Sunday)
Venue: Daar us Salaam, Vasna Road,
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 am
Registration Fees: Rs. 100 – Limited Seats Available.

An Evening with the Planets
2026-02-13 18:30 | Faculty of Science, Vadodara, India
Join us for an unforgettable night of stargazing and exploration! Please register using the form below.
Planet Viewing Night: February 13, 6:30 PM
Assembly point:
The porch of Zoology Department
Faculty of Science
Under the Astronomical Observatory
Limited Capacity: 25 Participants
Free Entry with mandatory registration

Heritage on a Plate Edition 1: The Gaekwadi Table - Maharashtrian Supper
2026-03-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Madhav Bagh, Opposite O.N.G.C Main Gate, Makarpura Road, Vadodara, Gujarat, 390009, India
The Gaekwad Table – Maharashtrian Supper
Inspired by the royal kitchen of Baroda,
Date: 21st March, 2026
Venue: Madhav Bagh
Dress Code: A touch of Maharashtra
Limited seats available and the registration will close on 16th March, 2026. Monday 11:59 midnight.
The registration fee per guest is Rs. 1599. Only one person can register at a time.
We are pleased to share that the event has received an overwhelming response and has now reached its full capacity.
As a result, registrations are currently closed and we are unable to accept any further participants at this time.
We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and support, and we hope to welcome you at one of our upcoming events in the future.

Kamatibaug Heritage Trees Walk
2026-04-18 07:00 - 08:30 | Kamatibaug, Vadodara, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Walk through nature where history quietly breathes in every corner.
Uncover the rich heritage of Kamatibaug with Dr. Jitendra Gavali.
Please assemble at the Bandstand at 6:45 am sharp.

My Monument, My Story Students' Showcase
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Sir Sayajirao Nagar Gruh, Akota, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
10 Schools, 150 Young Storytellers.
Stories, heritage, and young voices come together. ✨
DACH Vadodara presents My Monument, My Story — a vibrant students’ showcase where 150 young storytellers from 10 schools bring Vadodara’s iconic monuments to life through culture, performance, and storytelling.
A celebration of nostalgia, belonging, and the city we call home. ❤️
Venue: Sir Sayajirao NagarGruh Akota
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

ECHOES AND INTERVENTIONS
2026-04-18 11:30 - 2026-04-19 18:00 | Raja Ravi Varma Studio, LVP Grounds, Vadodara, India
Step into history, reimagined 🎨
As part of DACH Vadodara – Echoes and Interventions, experience the restored workspace of the legendary Raja Ravi Varma Studio, brought alive with contemporary expressions by residency artists supported by IGNCA.
Where heritage meets new narratives.
Where the past inspires the present.
Venue: Raja Ravi Varma Studio, LVP Grounds
Date: 18–19 April 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Come, be a part of this dialogue between time, art, and imagination.

Viraasat Lecture: 2026
2026-04-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Sir Sayajirao Nagar Gruh, Akota, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Stories of courage, conviction, and conservation come alive. ✨
Join us for the Viraasat Lecture with K. K. Muhammed – the man who rebuilt 200 ancient temples from ruin in the heart of the Chambal Valley. Step into this epic of fighting dacoits, mining mafias, and reclaiming heritage against all odds.
This is a DACH Vadodara event, jointly organised by Heritage Trust Vadodara and Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts under the aegis of Vadodara Municipal Corporation.
Speaker: Padma Shri K K Muhammed (Former Regional Director (North), Archaeological Survey of India)
Date: 18th April 2026
Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Venue: Sir Sayajirao Nagargruh, Akota
Please use the below form to register

Heritage Cyclothon
2026-04-19 06:00 - 08:30 | Kirti Mandir, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
We’re thrilled to share that the response to the Heritage Cyclothon across the beautiful city of Vadodara has been truly overwhelming!
This is your chance to be part of a memorable journey through Vadodara’s rich cultural heritage, scenic streets, and iconic landmarks — all while enjoying the joy of cycling with fellow enthusiasts.
⚠️ *Hurry!• The additional slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Let’s ride together once again!

Panel Discussion
2026-04-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Kamatibaug Amphitheatre, Vadodara, India
Vadodara, get ready for a power-packed evening of ideas ✨
Panel Topic:
Leveraging Vadodara’s Cultural & Heritage Legacy for a Sustainable & Resilient Future
Meet the Voices Leading the Conversation:
Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad – A leading voice in preserving and promoting Vadodara’s cultural legacy
IAS Arun Mahesh Babu – Driving sustainable urban governance
K.K. Muhammed – Archaeologist & Padma Shri awardee
Aishwarya Tipnis – Conservation architect & heritage expert
Dr. Jayaram Poduval – HOD, Fine Arts, Parul University
Harsh Purohit – Sustainability strategist, Cognito
Big ideas. Diverse perspectives. One shared vision for Vadodara’s future.
No registration. No barriers. Just show up.

RENDEVOUZ WITH CULTURE
2026-04-19 20:30 - 21:30 | Kamatibaug Amphitheatre, Vadodara, India
An evening where rhythm meets heritage ✨
Experience ‘Arpanam’ — a graceful Odissi journey by Lipsa Satapathy & group, followed by a soul-stirring Dhrupad recital by Chintan Upadhyaya.
Kamatibaug Amphitheatre
19 April 2026
8:30 PM onwards
Join us for a rendezvous with culture.
