The Sikh Museum Initiative undertakes exhibitions, lectures and digital technologies.
The Initiative has created an exciting project that showcases Sikh history through swords, jewelry and other material objects and bring them to life through 3d technologies. The site will showcase our continued commitment to promote Sikh history and heritage
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MP calls for monument to recognise Sikh sacrifices in World War
Tom Brake, Liberal Democrat Foreign Affairs Spokesperson An UK MP is pressing Parliament for the building of London’s first monument…Continue reading→
Sikh Museum Initiative looks at the relationship between the British and the Sikhs.
The official online launch of the Sikh Museum Initiative There has been a long history linking the Sikhs to the…Continue reading→
SMI Lecture: Sikh Army Identity in World War 1
Alternative Stories from the trenches Commemorations of Indian soldiers in World War 1 Concurrences in postcolonial research– perspectives, methodologies, engagements Linnaeus…Continue reading→
Kickstarter campaign to create statues of famous 18th Century Sikh warrior – Garja Singh
Update: 02/09/2015 This project has been funded but you can still contribute towards the project. A fantastic project supported by…Continue reading→
SMI Lecture report: The Treasuries of Sikh Relics and Artefacts: From the Past to the Technological Future.
Imperial College, London was the venue for the second Sikh Studies Conference on 1st August 2015. The conference brought together…Continue reading→
UK-based historian makes documentary on Maharaja Ranjit Singh and his legacy
UK-based historian makes documentary on Maharaja Ranjit Singh and his legacyHaving come to India with a French delegation with an…Continue reading→
Maharaja Duleep Singh gallery to be set up at Thetford Museum
A new gallery named after late Maharaja Duleep Singh is planned for the Ancient House Museum in Thetford town, half…Continue reading→
Bhai Maharaj Aretfacts on display
Personal artefacts of revered Sikh saint and soldier who died in a S’pore prison, on display SINGAPORE – History buffs…Continue reading→
SMI Lecture report: Documenting Sikh Relics and Artefacts in the UK
Documenting Sikh Relics and Artefacts in the UK The second International Sikh Research Conference (ISRC) showcased the research of University…Continue reading→
SMI Exhibition: An Indian Summer
An Indian Summer takes place at 15+ venues and locations in Leicester City Centre – with live performances, activities…Continue reading→

