THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
&
Australian Consulate-General in Mumbai
Presents a tribute to Jim Masselos (1940-2025)
Wednesday, 16th July 2025, at 5 p.m. in the Durbar Hall of the Society
Guest of honour -
Mr. Paul Murphy
Australian Consul General for Western India
Speakers -
Dr Ramdas Bhatkal
Dr. Manjiri Kamat
Dr. Simin Patel &
Chirodeep Chaudhuri
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Bombay Booked – 14
Featuring the book “Ramblings of a Bandra Boy”, by Joy Bimal Roy
Friday, 11th July 2025 at 5 p.m. in the Durbar Hall of the Society
The Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai presents Bombay Booked - 14. This session will feature the book Ramblings of a Bandra Boy, by Joy Bimal Roy.
A collection of insightful writings about growing up in an upper middleclass household, where the mundane and the extraordinary come together. Tinged with equal parts humour and quiet contemplation, Joy uses the smallest incidents and moments to draw you into his life, his childhood, the house he grew up in, and the world of bollywood.
Joy will be in conversation with Shireen Gandhy, gallerist Chemould Prescott Road. And Denzil Smith, film and stage actor and producer will read excerpts from the book.
Date: 11 July, 2025
Time: 5 pm
Venue: Durbar Hall, Asiatic Society of Mumbai
Please join us for tea at 4.30
Note:
1. No registration required. Please feel free to walk in.
2. In case of heavy rains and rescheduling:
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- Visit our website www.asiaticsociety.org.in
- Contact Mr. Ronald Deniz at 9833969496 between 11:00 am & 2:30 pm
to confirm the event updates and cancellations, if any
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai .
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Visit to the Weaver's Service Centre
Thursday, 26th June 2025 from 11.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Join the Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai for an immersive visit to Mumbai’s Weaver's Service Centre — an initiative of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. View rare vintage textile samples, explore their rich history, and participate in hands-on sessions in tie & dye and block printing.
Date: Thursday, 26th June 2025
Time: 11 AM - 4 PM
Schedule:
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Interactive Session
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Workshop
Venue: Weaver's Service Centre, 15-A, Mama Parmanand Marg, Opp. Charni Road Station, Mumbai 400 004
₹1,200/- (₹1,000/- for Members)
Fee includes all workshop materials.
Registration Links:
General: https://rzp.io/rzp/wscGENERAL
Members: https://rzp.io/rzp/wscMEMBERS
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Kindly join the event WhatsApp group after completing your registration.
The joining link will be included in the Razorpay Payment Receipt sent to your registered email address.
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande , Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Guided tour of the F.D. Alpaiwala Museum
on Saturday 3rd May, Tuesday 6th May and Wednesday 7th May 2025
The Mumbai Research Centre of The Asiatic Society of Mumbai invites you to a Guided tour of the F.D. Alpaiwala Museum.
Batch 1: Saturday, 3rd May 2025, 3:00 PM
Batch 2: Tuesday, 6th May 2025, 11:00 AM
Batch 3: Wednesday, 7th May 2025, 3:00 PM
Limited to 15 participants per batch
Registration is mandatory
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gJa5DyiwZJfxi6FT6
Free event; however, any applicable entry charges must be borne by the participant
About the F.D. Alpaiwala Museum
Established in 1954 by the Bombay Parsi Punchayet, the Framji Dadabhoy Alpaiwala Museum is housed in the Khareghat Memorial Building, Mumbai. This archaeological and ethnographic museum showcases the rich heritage of the Parsis of India and Iranian Zoroastrians, preserving rare artifacts and historical treasures.
Among its notable collections are antiquities and artifacts from F.D. Alpaiwala, along with archaeological finds from Susa, Iran, donated by Ervad (Dr.) Jamshed Unvala, a distinguished scholar-priest. Located in Khareghat Colony, this small yet significant museum remains the only institution dedicated exclusively to documenting Parsi history, culture, and religion.
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande , Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai.
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Guided tour of the BEST Transport Museum
Saturday, 3rd May 2025, at 2.00 p.m.
The Mumbai Research Centre of The Asiatic Society of Mumbai invites you to a guided tour of the BEST Transport Museum.
The BEST Transport Museum is a remarkable archive of Mumbai’s rich public transport history. It showcases the evolution of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) company through its collection of miniature buses and trams, vintage bus tickets, and rare photographs documenting the city's early transportation milestones.
A key highlight is the classic Daimler double-decker bus chassis, displayed prominently at the museum’s center. Visitors can also explore exhibits featuring bus staff mannequins and antique city gas lamps, offering a nostalgic glimpse into Mumbai’s transport heritage during its modernization era.
Saturday, 3rd May 2025 at 02:00 PM
25 participants only
Registration is Mandatory
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/8VrsmkLLqLuBtKZ39
Free event; however, any applicable entry charges must be borne by the participant
Location: Third Floor, Anik, Municipal Kamgar Vasahat, Sion East, Sion, Mumbai 400022
We look forward to your participation in this insightful journey through Mumbai’s transport legacy!
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande ,Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai.
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
A talk by Dr Uday S Kulkarni on
‘Chimaji Appa: The Story of Vasai and Salsette’
on Friday, 25th April 2025, at 5.00 p.m. in the Durbar Hall
The Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai invites you to a talk on ‘Chimaji Appa: The Story of Vasai and Salsette’ by Dr Uday S Kulkarni. The session will be moderated by Dr. Gaurav Gadgil.
The long occupation of present-day suburban Mumbai ~ Salsette and Vasai ~ by the Portuguese power was a source of harrassment for the local population. Several appeals for help were sent to the Maratha Chhatrapati and Peshwa. In the years 1737 and 1739, a grim battle was waged at the end of which these regions were liberated. Chimaji Appa, Bajirao Peshwa’s brother, led the campaign and after a bloody and stubborn campaign won these regions. It was also the first time a European power had been defeated by a native Asian army.
About Speaker:
Uday S. Kulkarni has written eight historical nonfiction books on 18th Century India. An alumnus of the Armed Forces Medical College in Pune and a surgeon by profession, Kulkarni served in the Indian Navy, retiring in the rank of Surgeon Commander.
About Moderator:
Dr. Gaurav Gadgil works as an Associate Professor in the School of Civilisation at Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai. He is a research-oriented academician with 15 years of experience, and a wide array of interests which spans from Political & Cultural History to Literary History to International Relations.
Date: 25th April 2025 (Friday)
Time: 5 PM
Join us for tea at 4:30 PM
Venue: Durbar Hall, The Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC
