NCSM Wins Prestigious CIMUSET Award for Climate Change Gallery ‘On The Edge?’

Award Announced at ICOM General Conference

• The National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) has been awarded the CIMUSET Award for its climate change gallery “On The Edge?”.
• The announcement was made during the 27th ICOM General Conference held in Dubai.
• The recognition marks a significant milestone for India’s science museum sector.

About the Award-Winning Gallery

• The gallery is housed at Science City, Kolkata, a unit under NCSM and the Ministry of Culture.
• Spread across 10,000 sq ft, it is a permanent exhibition dedicated to raising awareness about climate change.
• It reflects the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and aligns with global sustainability goals.

Significance of the CIMUSET Award

• The CIMUSET Award honors outstanding science and technology museums that contribute to positive social transformation.
• It promotes projects advancing a more equal, inclusive, and sustainable world, in sync with the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
• The award recognizes institutions adopting innovative practices, hybrid models, and contemporary museum values.

Role of ICOM and CIMUSET

• The award is supported by the International Council of Museums (ICOM).
• CIMUSET (International Committee for Museums and Collections of Science and Technology) works under ICOM.
• It brings together professionals from global science and technology museums to share knowledge, enhance best practices, and underline the social relevance of museums.