About KalaGram

Art • Heritage • Community

Pune's cultural destination

Our Story

Pune has culture everywhere. But where does it all come together? A city full of artists, teachers, makers, performers and families deserves one vibrant address.

Pu. La. Deshpande KalaGram is a cultural destination in Pune inspired by the legacy of the legendary writer, humorist and performer Pu. La. Deshpande. It is more than a destination — it is a thriving ecosystem where art, heritage, learning and community come alive in one place.

A curated space where culture is not just preserved — it is practised, celebrated and shared every single day. From live performances and artisan workshops to galleries, handloom stores and cultural festivals, every visit to KalaGram offers something new to discover.

KalaGram campus, Pune
600Seat open-air amphitheatre
40+Retail & craft spaces
365Days of culture
1Address for art, craft & community

Vision & Mission

Our Vision

To be a leading cultural hub that nurtures creativity, preserves heritage and connects communities.

Our Mission

To promote arts, culture, heritage and learning through inclusive programmes and collaborations.

Our Objectives

  • Give artists, academies and makers a permanent, visible platform in Pune
  • Keep Maharashtra's traditions in daily practice through performance and craft
  • Make cultural learning hands-on for schools, colleges and families
  • Bring cultural businesses and audiences together in one destination
  • Host year-round programming across all 365 days

Our Values

  • Heritage Preservation
  • Artistic Excellence
  • Community Engagement
  • Education & Learning
Why KalaGram matters

Purpose, Heritage & the Road Ahead

Cultural significance

KalaGram carries the name of Pu. La. Deshpande, whose writing, music and theatre shaped Marathi cultural life. The campus continues that spirit: a place where literature, performance and craft are part of everyday life rather than occasional events.

Heritage preservation approach

Culture here is not just preserved — it is practised, celebrated and shared every single day. Heritage architecture, the Museum & Heritage Gallery, traditional skill workshops and festival programming keep living traditions in active use.

Role in Pune's cultural ecosystem

Pune has culture everywhere; KalaGram is where it comes together. Artists, academies, makers, cultural brands, students, families and audiences meet at one address — with a stage, exhibition areas, retail spaces and open grounds side by side.

Community & educational focus

A classroom without four walls. School and college visits, heritage learning, competitions and student exhibitions let young people learn by touching, making, watching and experiencing. Families find something new on every visit.

Long-term vision

To grow into Pune's foremost cultural destination — a self-sustaining ecosystem of art, culture, commerce and community that people return to through the year, and that visitors to the city seek out.

Not a shop. A platform.

A Place Where Culture Meets Its Audience

A place where artists, academies, makers, cultural brands, students, families and audiences meet.

For Artists

Your art deserves a destination.

KalaGram gives artists a living platform — a place where your work is seen, celebrated and sold to audiences who truly value culture.

  • Exhibitions
  • Buyers
  • Events
  • Promotion
  • Collaborations
For Dance & Music Academies

Your students deserve a stage.

Showcase your students on a real stage. A 600-seat amphitheatre and dedicated event spaces for recitals, annual days and public performances that build confidence and community.

  • Recitals
  • Annual days
  • Workshops
  • Masterclasses
For Handloom & Craft Brands

Sell where people discover culture.

Your craft deserves buyers who truly value it. Every visitor arrives curious, culturally aware and ready to discover.

  • Relevant audience
  • Festival sales
  • Tourism
  • Heritage positioning
For Schools & Colleges

A classroom without four walls.

Students learn by touching, making, watching and experiencing living traditions.

  • School visits
  • College visits
  • Heritage learning
  • Competitions
  • Student exhibitions
The untapped opportunity

Great talent exists. Great visibility does not always.

KalaGram brings cultural businesses and audiences together — a destination that draws visitors, families, students and tourists, giving every artist and brand the exposure it deserves.

The problem

  • Limited visibility
  • Expensive commercial spaces
  • Unpredictable social reach
  • Limited stage opportunities
  • High marketing costs

With KalaGram

  • Relevant audience
  • Events + weekend footfall
  • Promotion + discovery
  • Community + collaborations
  • Sales opportunities
The visitor experience

Something New to Discover, Every Visit

Explore

Original art, handloom, crafts and galleries. Every corner of KalaGram tells a story — of heritage, creativity and living culture.

Taste & Make

Savour local flavours, join hands-on workshops and take home something truly handcrafted.

Family Fun

From children's art activities to live performances and open lawns, KalaGram is designed for families to explore, learn and create memories together.

Weekend Experiences

There is always something new — a festival, a food event, a craft fair or a concert. Make KalaGram your weekend cultural destination.

A Cultural Space for Everyone

Artists • Students • Families • Community