Museo Camera has grown out of the vision and personal collection of Indian photographer, visual historian, and archivist, Aditya Arya. The journey started in 2009 in Aditya's basement as a personal collection (that he started in the 70s!) and today, it is the largest not-for-profit photography museum in South-East Asia.
Located in DLF Phase 4, Gurgaon, approximately 18,000 sq ft of space is dedicated to the art and history of photography. On display are over 4000 cameras dating back to 1850s. You'll be taken on a visual journey that outlines the history of photography based on years of research.
With gorgeous, bulky cameras sitting pretty on glass display cases (that are themselves packed to the brim with more recognizable cameras from the 70s and 80s), a fascinating collection of original photos from the Partition-era, and a knowledgeable, and friendly, collector-curator in Arya, Museo Camera is a must-visit location for photographers – young and old, professional or amateur.
While it is a museum, there's a lot more to it. There are three gallery spaces where artists can exhibit and launch their artwork, regular workshops are held, there are seminar halls for workshops or lectures on the top floor, a fully functional darkroom (available for rent), and a reference library with over 1500 books (and counting) which is free for all.
Last but not the least, inside the museum, you'll find a cafe - Fig at Museo which has a beautiful ambience to sit back, relax and read with a cup of coffee. It opens at 8 am which makes it a great spot for breakfast. We love their outdoor seating, lush greens surround you while you have food, but if it's indoors that you prefer then they have that too.
Price: INR 200 per person
Timings: 11 AM to 7 PM, Tuesday to Sunday
