Cultural Organizations

Kerala is a state with a rich and diverse cultural heritage. There are several cultural organizations in the state that work towards preserving and promoting this heritage. Here are some of the top cultural organizations in Kerala:

Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi: The Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi was established in 1958 with the aim of promoting the traditional performing arts of Kerala. The Akademi works towards preserving and promoting classical music, dance, and drama forms of the state.

Kerala Lalithakala Akademi: The Kerala Lalithakala Akademi was established in 1962 with the aim of promoting visual arts in the state. The Akademi organizes art exhibitions, workshops, and seminars to promote the work of emerging and established artists in the state.

Sahitya Akademi: The Sahitya Akademi is a national organization that works towards promoting literature in all Indian languages. It has a regional office in Kerala that promotes Malayalam literature and provides support to Malayalam writers and publishers.

Kerala Folklore Akademi: The Kerala Folklore Akademi was established in 1995 with the aim of preserving and promoting the traditional folklore and cultural heritage of Kerala. The Akademi collects, preserves, and disseminates information on folk arts and cultural practices of the state.

Sopanam Institute of Performing Arts and Research: The Sopanam Institute of Performing Arts and Research is a cultural organization that works towards promoting traditional performing arts of Kerala. The organization provides training in various classical dance forms and also conducts research on the cultural heritage of the state.

Kerala Museum: The Kerala Museum is a cultural organization that showcases the history, culture, and heritage of Kerala. The museum has several galleries that showcase artifacts, sculptures, and other objects that provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the state.

Kerala Kalamandalam: Kerala Kalamandalam is a premier institute for performing arts that was established in 1930. The institute provides training in various classical dance and music forms of Kerala and has produced several renowned artists over the years.

Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad: The Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad is a science and literature organization that works towards promoting science education and research in the state. The organization also promotes the popularization of scientific knowledge among the general public.

Kerala History Congress: The Kerala History Congress is a forum for historians, scholars, and researchers who work towards studying and documenting the history of Kerala. The organization conducts seminars, conferences, and workshops to promote research in the field of history.

Kerala Sahitya Academy: The Kerala Sahitya Academy is a government organization that works towards promoting literature in Malayalam. The Academy organizes literary festivals, awards, and other events to promote Malayalam literature and support Malayalam writers.

Listing of all major cultural organizations in Kerala with their websites and brief information.

• Kerala Kalamandalam : Kalamandalam is strictly a residential center of learning.
• Samudra Arts : The contemporary dance troup, Performing dance group
• Kerala Chithram : The Kerala State Chalachitra Academy (Motion Picture Academy of the Kerala State) the only Academy for Motion Pictures in India works for the promotion of Cinema as a cultural expression.
• Lalit Kala Akademi : Lalit Kala Akademi, is a National agency, emerged as the principal establishment of culture that focuses its activities in the field of visual arts such as Paintings, Sculptures, Graphics, Photography, Ceramics and other arts allied to the field of fine a
• Kerala State Institute of Childrens literature : Kerala State Institute of Childrens literature was established in 1981 under the cultural Affairs Department of Government of Kerala
• Vijnana Kala Vedi Cultural Centre : Vijnana Kala Vedi Cultural Centre -A traditional school for Kathakali, Mohiniattam, Bharatanatyam, Karnatic Music, Tabla, Maddalam, Hatha Yoga, Mural Painting, Wood Carving, Cooking, Kolam, Kalarippayatt.
• Narthaki : NARTHAKI went online in April 2000
• Daksha Sheth Dance Company : Daksha Sheth Dance Company is a company of performing artists from diverse backgrounds who seek to bridge contemporary dance and traditional movement arts.
• Kerala Fine Arts Society : Kerala Fine Arts Society was started in 1956 by a few art loving citizens of Cochin to cater to the cultural needs of Ernakulam city.
• Suryakanti, Thiruvananthapuram : Suryakanti, charitable trust formed by artists and senior professionals devoted to the promotion of fine arts