Sikh Museum Initiative marks 10 years of heritage and technology
Gurinder Singh Mann with the 3D interactive at the Royal Armouries, Leeds The Sikh Museum Initiative has digitised artefacts from disparate collections relating to Guru Gobind Singh, Maharajah Ranjit Singh and Maharani Jindan Kaur The Sikh Museum Initiative (SMI) has marked a remarkable milestone — 10 years of pioneering work
Maharaja Ranjit Singh painting and Tipu Sultan pistols set auction record in UK
PTI | Published on: Oct 31, 2025 05:04 am IST The painting of the 19th century founder of the Sikh Empire, depicting Maharaja Ranjit Singh in procession through a bazaar set a new record. A pair of pistols made for Tipu Sultan and an intricate painting of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
A Decade of Digital Heritage: Sikh Museum Initiative Celebrates 10th Anniversary
The Sikh Museum Initiative (SMI) marked its 10th Anniversary on Wednesday 29th October with a prestigious celebration hosted at the University of Leicester Heritage Hub. The event brought together heritage professionals, community leaders, academics, and members of the public from across the country. Hosted by Kartar Singh (SMI), the event
Rare Sikh Coatee on display
W are thrilled to share an incredible glimpse into #SikhHeritageDay at The Commandery, Worcester!14th June 2025 Drawing visitors from across the UK. The Worcester Museum Service brought out stunning artifacts like the beautifully embroidered Anglo-Sikh Wars jacket and rare medals, maps, and prints from the 29th Regiment—objects usually tucked away
Vaisakhi at John Lewis
Vaisakhi at John Lewis 2025 Amazing to be part of the John Lewis Leicester programme to celebrate Vaisakhi in partnership with @guru_nanakaid. Watch on TikTok
Sikh Museum Calendar: A Resounding Success in Chandigarh
Sikh Museum Calendar: A Resounding Success! ✨ After an incredible launch in California, the Sikh Museum Calendar has been met with overwhelming support and enthusiasm across the globe! With successful releases in Seattle, Leicester, and Chandigarh, this project continues to inspire and educate communities about Sikh history and heritage. The
Bringing Back Puritan Sikh Art
The artist Ravjot Singh Kapoor (Kapoor Saab) is interviewed by historian-Gurinder Singh Mann. What got you interested in creating Sikhi Portraits? I would say these are not merely Sikhi portraits but paintings about Indian spiritual history based on Gurbani and stories about Sikh gurus and saints. From Gurbani, one can
Great fanfare for the 2nd UK Sikhlens Film Festival
Saturday 18th May 2024Phoenix Arts CentreLeicester The 2nd Sikhlens Film festival brought in visitors from all around the country to celebrate Sikh film and arts. The mammoth day comprising over 30 films both short and long films mesmerised audiences throughout the day. There were 4 major sessions our select films
Sikh Artists Day at the Leicester Heritage Fair
Leicester Adult EducationBelvoir StreetLeicesterSaturday 11th May 2024 It was an amazing day with artists and the public attending the Contemporary Sikh Art Exhibition. Hosted by Gurinder Singh Mann-Two talks took place where artists explained their motivation behind their artworks at the exhibition. The artists included Jyoti Kaur, Navdeep Panesar, Guneit
Report: Vaisakhi-FA Faith and Football 2024
Vaisakhi-FA Faith and Football 20241st May 2024Wembley Stadium Wembley Stadium played host to a Vaisakhi celebration on Wednesday evening, the latest series of ‘Faith and Football’ events. This year, over 700 guests experienced the evening with many Sikh artists including the Sikh Musuem Initiative presenting their Sikhi based artwork which
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