On 23rd August (Friday) 2013, students of class I to
V went on a field trip to Nehru Centenary Tribal Museum. This was a trip to
educate children by throwing light on the tribal heritage and a way of life which is simple yet
vibrant.
Located right in the heart of the city near Banjara hills,
celebrating the aboriginals who lived on this very hill, is the Nehru Centenary
Tribal Museum. It is dedicated to 35 tribes that inhabit the state of Andhra
Pradesh and intends to showcase their culture and heritage through various
displays. Spread across three floors, the museum has a detailed information
kiosk that gives information about all the tribes in India. Adorning the walls
inside and outside the museum are trademark with white on red tribal motifs.
The museum brings together culture, lifestyle, customs and beliefs
of the various tribes hailing from different districts of Andhra Pradesh. Some
of the tribes represented here are Kondareddi, Bagata and Hill Reddi. The
tribes constitute 6.59 per cent of the population of Andhra Pradesh. Stories
are told through pictures, literature and the figurines that are displayed. The
library is well equipped.
It was a memorable and
wonderful experience for the students of Orchids – The International School. 