Madras Inherited

Madras Inherited Cultural Heritage Tourism | Heritage Education and Awareness | Heritage Events and Outreach Programme

An exciting, new collaboration with Let Your Soul Come Home coming soon! Team: மேகா🌸, Shivani, Ashmitha
18/08/2026

An exciting, new collaboration with Let Your Soul Come Home coming soon!

Team: மேகா🌸, Shivani, Ashmitha

The scent of the sea. The noise of a bustling market. The sights of fishermen getting ready for their catches of the day...
17/08/2026

The scent of the sea. The noise of a bustling market. The sights of fishermen getting ready for their catches of the day. These are the scenes that welcome you to the fishing harbour of Kasimedu. This coastal area is home to fisherfolk from around 50 villages, each carrying a wealth of captivating stories and legends. Despite the challenges of modernisation and natural disasters, these communities remain deeply connected to their ancestral heritage.

Embark on a journey with us to explore the enchanting folklore of Kasimedu’s fisherfolk. Discover their incredible tales of life at sea, unique rituals and traditions, profound reverence for the sea, both provider and protector and how they personify and exalt their giver and guardian.

The walk will be co-led by Shruthi Sivakumar and Ashmitha Athreya.

Date of the walk: 23rd August 2026, Sunday
Time of the walk: 03:30 - 05:30 p.m.
Assembling point: Outside The Chennai Chengai Singaravelar Visai Padagu Urimaiyalar Sangam

If you’re interested in attending the walk, DM for the registration link! In case of any queries, feel free to get in touch with us.



Madras was the site of India’s first Labour Day celebrations, and the neighbourhoods of Perambur, Pulianthope, and Patta...
17/08/2026

Madras was the site of India’s first Labour Day celebrations, and the neighbourhoods of Perambur, Pulianthope, and Pattalam bear witness to some of the city’s earliest labour uprisings. This heritage walk in Pattalam will explore the historical intersections of capitalism, industrial labour, and the emergence of working-class power. Through key landmarks, buildings, and public spaces, we will uncover stories of exploitation, resistance, solidarity, and social transformation that have been shaped by workers and their struggles.

The area is also home to the iconic Pattalam Clock Tower, one of only five remaining clock towers in the city, and showcases fascinating examples of Art Deco architecture.

Join us on this walk to gain a deeper understanding of working-class histories and their profound influence on the city’s pioneering labour laws and movements.

The walk will be led by Ashmitha Athreya.

Date of the walk: 23rd August 2026, Sunday
Time of the walk: 06:30 - 08:30 a.m.
Assembling point: Binny Mills

If you’re interested in attending the walk, DM for the registration link! In case of any queries, feel free to get in touch with us.



The crown jewels of Chennai’s colonial architecture are its buildings in the Indo-Saracenic style. This walk is a journe...
16/08/2026

The crown jewels of Chennai’s colonial architecture are its buildings in the Indo-Saracenic style. This walk is a journey through the genesis, evolution and pinnacle of a uniquely endemic architecture.

The buildings we see on this route are regal institutions of the city, ornamenting the coastline for more than 150 years. From the much-decorated Presidency College to the historic Public Works Department, we discover their stories, the people who made them and the legacy they have imprinted on the city.

Join us on the expedition to revisit the relics of Indo-Saracenic Architecture, wherein we narrate to you stories extraordinaire. Through this captivating exercise, we will walk down the alleys of the past and explore the pre-independence phase when major buildings and stunning masterpieces were created.

The walk will be led by Ashmitha Athreya.

Date of the walk: 22nd August 2026, Saturday
Time of the walk: 06:30 - 09:00 a.m.
Assembling point: Presidency College, Kamarajar Salai

If you’re interested in attending the walk, DM for the registration link! In case of any queries, feel free to get in touch with us.



This Independence Day, Chennai becomes your treasure map.We are thrilled to bring to you an exciting, immersive collabor...
12/08/2026

This Independence Day, Chennai becomes your treasure map.

We are thrilled to bring to you an exciting, immersive collaboration between Madras Inherited, The Equals Project, and Untangle India through a specially curated treasure hunt.

Dive into and explore some of the unique, remarkable contributions made to the Indian freedom movement. As you solve each clue and navigate your way to the next, discover the legacies embedded within our city.

Sign up now!

📍 Location: Avvaiyar Statue, Kamarajar Salai
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 8:00 AM
👥 Teams: Up to 15 teams maximum, with 2 members per team.
🎟️ Registration: Rs. 500 per team. Gift hampers will be awarded to 2 winning teams!

Every city has a history. In Chennai, that history lives not just in its streets and monuments, but also on its plates.M...
11/08/2026

Every city has a history. In Chennai, that history lives not just in its streets and monuments, but also on its plates.

Madras on a Table is an immersive four-course dining experience that explores Chennai’s culinary history through the communities that shaped the city. We journey through two significant periods in Madras’ past to understand how trade, migration, settlement, and colonisation transformed its food culture.

By examining the cuisines of the communities that lived in Madras during these eras, we uncover one layer of Chennai’s rich and diverse heritage — one story and one course at a time.

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Join us on a heritage walk within one of the most iconic and historically rich complexes in Chennai, the Government Egmo...
10/08/2026

Join us on a heritage walk within one of the most iconic and historically rich complexes in Chennai, the Government Egmore Museum Complex.

The heritage walk will offer participants a deep and engaging understanding of the history, architectural significance, and current relevance of this sprawling cultural precinct. The focus will be on the landmark structures housed within the complex, primarily the main Museum building, the Connemara Public Library, and the National Gallery of Art.

The goal is to move beyond a simple visit, allowing participants a meaningful opportunity to connect with the city’s past.

The walk will be led by Ashmitha Athreya.

Date of the walk: 16th August 2026, Sunday
Time of the walk: 03:00 - 05:00 p.m.
Assembling point: Car Parking - Government Museum Chennai

If you’re interested in attending the walk, DM for the registration link! In case of any queries, feel free to get in touch with us.



Guindy, a vibrant neighbourhood, often serves as a mere backdrop to the daily commute—a place people pass through but se...
09/08/2026

Guindy, a vibrant neighbourhood, often serves as a mere backdrop to the daily commute—a place people pass through but seldom stop to explore. With its imposing, large buildings and expansive tree-lined institutional roads, it presents the image of a modern urban centre. This surface impression, however, prompts a deeper question: what stories and realities lie beneath this prominent façade?

Discover the industrial heart of Guindy on this walk dedicated to the industries of Independent India. We will delve into the stories of industrial giants, exploring their growth, success, and significance within our city and country. The journey includes tales of those who weathered the tides of time and those who, unfortunately, lost their footing, along with the broader context surrounding these fascinating narratives.

Through these stories, we also make an attempt to understand the complex interlinked web of history, economy and governance.

The walk will be led by Sanjeevini Nallakumar.

Date of the walk: 16th August 2026, Sunday
Time of the walk: 06:30 - 09:00 a.m.
Assembling point: Roundtana, near SIDCO Office

If you’re interested in attending the walk, DM for the registration link! In case of any queries, feel free to get in touch with us.



07/08/2026

This Handloom Day, come join us as we present a brand-new walk and immerse yourself in the world of textiles!

On Sunday, join us at DakshinaChitra Museum and explore South Indian Textiles through historical and socio-cultural lenses.

See you there! ✨

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