Visitors to the Bangladesh National Museum can explore a more personal side of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam through a special exhibition showcasing 96 artefacts linked to his life and memories.
Titled ‘Gahi Samyer Gaan’ (I Sing the Song of Equality), the exhibition has opened at the museum’s Nalini Kanta Bhattasali Gallery to mark Nazrul Year.
It features 78 artefacts from the museum’s collection and 18 rare items sourced from elsewhere, and will remain open until 31 October.
The display offers a glimpse into the poet’s everyday life through personal belongings, including clothes, a sweater, plates, a bed and towels. A citizen’s certificate issued to Nazrul by the government is also among the exhibits.
Visitors can also watch a documentary about the poet in a corner of the gallery, offering further insight into his life and cultural legacy.
The government designated 25 May 2026 to 25 May 2027 as Nazrul Year to honour his contributions to Bengali literature and culture.
The exhibition gives visitors an opportunity to connect with the poet’s personal history through objects preserved for future generations.
