The first phase comprised the renovation and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Mumbai Mayor's bungalow building and its conversion into a museum
Additionally, the construction of the entrance building, admin block, and interpretation centre has also been completed
An interpretation centre, covering approximately 1530.44 square metres, has also been built in Phase 1. This underground centre includes an artist gallery and provision for museum and library, washrooms, and maintenance rooms. The entrance building, which spans an area of about 3099.84 square metres, and includes a multipurpose hall, security control room, underground parking for 27 vehicles, and two separate vehicle elevators
The admin block, covering 639.70 square metres, includes a cafeteria, artist gallery room, restrooms, and offices for the trust. The roof of the building is designed using the Mangalore tiles
The Phase-2 works will include the creation of various technology-related services such as a laser show, singe and branding, digital mapping projection, narrative, storytelling, film, virtual reality, audio visuals and technological components for the museum by the Information and Technology Department of MMRDA
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