Mumbai’s Museum of Solutions (MuSo), in collaboration with the Jane Goodall Institute India, unveiled “Celebrating Jane” a unique exhibition honouring the life and work of renowned ethologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall in August 2024.
The exhibition offers an immersive exploration of Dr. Goodall’s pioneering research on wild chimpanzees in Gombe, Tanzania, and her lifelong mission to protect the planet. Marking the first official showcase of its kind in India, the exhibition brings together storytelling, education, and experience creating a space where curiosity and environmental consciousness meet.
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Spread across five thematic zones - Introduction to Jane, Early Life, Life in Gombe, Celebrating Jane, and the Chimpanzee Guided Zone. Visitors were invited to journey through her remarkable life.
The exhibition also highlighted the global impact of the Jane Goodall Institute and its Roots Shoots programme, which empowers young people to lead positive environmental action in their communities.
According to Tanvi Jindal Shete, Founder of MuSo, this collaboration reflects the museum’s mission to,
“Spark curiosity and foster a love for nature among young minds.”
It invites children, families, and educators to explore Dr. Goodall’s story not only as history but as inspiration - a call to action for a sustainable future.
Katie Bagli, Education Director of the Jane Goodall Institute India, notes that the exhibition “celebrates Dr. Goodall’s legacy while inspiring hope and passion for wildlife preservation in young minds.”
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