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April 24, 2024 
Golconde, a hidden gem and a treasure in India’s architectural history located in Pondicherry, has a special connection to the work and life of George Nakashima.
As Nakashima shepherded the construction of the building, he was awakened to a higher consciousness which changed the course of his life forever, enabling him to manifest Karma Yoga in his own unique way – both in architecture and in furniture making.
The Nakashima Foundation will host a special Golconde reception and exhibit at the Nakashima Foundation Arts Building from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 12, on the Nakashima property at 1847 Aquetong Road, New Hope.
Golconde itself is not open to the public – it remains a private sanctuary – a home for some of the residents who are members of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. This exhibit invites you to experience virtually its beauty and tranquility, as well as to learn about the story of its creation.
The Golconde exhibit was inaugurated at the University of Texas in Austin, then traveled to Chicago, Arizona, Seattle and Virginia before arriving in New Hope. It is a glimpse into the “discovery” of Golconde by Pankaj and Christine Gupta, founding partners of VirMueller architects in Delhi in 2003. They discovered a building with an atmosphere of peace and beauty remaining intact since it was completed during World War II.
Golconde is the story of Antonin Raymond designing the very first Modernist reinforced concrete building in India and how it changed the course of George Nakashima’s life.
The Golconde opening and reception with limited attendance is by registration only. Tickets for the open reception and exhibit are $150. For those not attending the opening reception, Golconde exhibit viewing tickets are $25 on select Saturdays by reservation only. Visit nakashimafoundation.org to purchase.
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