The 144-year history and heritage of Dhaka's historic St Gregory's High School and College is now being preserved under one roof. A museum named 'Gregorian Museum' has been established through a joint initiative of the school and its former students. The museum will be formally inaugurated on November 20.
The information was revealed at a press conference held at the Sinha Lounge of Dhaka Club in Shahbag on Friday by leaders of The Gregorian Society, the alumni association of the school. They said the museum will remain open to students, alumni and general visitors.
Artefacts of a 144-year journey
The organisers said the museum, located on the fifth floor of the school's main building, will house various artefacts chronicling the 144-year journey of the institution, which was established in British India in 1882. These include historical documents, photographs, artefacts and memorabilia associated with the school's history.The school in Old Dhaka is not just an educational institution but a shining star in the history of education in the country. Since its establishment in 1882, the institution has produced countless distinguished individuals, including poets, litterateurs, scientists, politicians and administrators. The museum initiative aims to present this glorious history to future generations.
Open to all
The press conference also announced that the museum will not only be open to students and alumni but also to general visitors. Anyone interested can visit the museum to learn about the institution's rich history.Leaders of The Gregorian Society, the alumni association, said, "Preserving 144 years of history is our moral responsibility. Through this museum, we want to present the glorious past of the institution to future generations."
With the establishment of the museum, not only is the heritage of St Gregory's High School and College being preserved, but an important chapter in the country's educational history is also being safeguarded, those concerned believe.
