On the 10th of January, 2022, CMSVS completed 100 years of its glorious journey—a landmark, not only in the history of the Museum but also for the cultural movement of the country. The Museum was an outcome of a strong desire expressed by the public of the then Bombay at the beginning of the 20th century. Realising the cultural requirements of this moment, Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, Sir Ibrahim Rahimtulla and Sir Vithaldas Thackersay formulated and suggested the establishment of a public museum to the then British Government (Bombay Presidency). The objective of the proposed institution was to go beyond the functions of a mere show museum, working to actively educate its visitors.

In these 100 years, the Museum has fulfilled its aim to create awareness and sensitivity towards our heritage through its acquisitions, collection research, and a visitor-friendly experience for the purposes of education, study and enjoyment. Particularly, in the last decade, the Museum has transformed into a world-class visitor space.

Today, it is one of the most sought-after institutions known for best museum practice, international collaborations and trend-setting projects. It welcomes over a million visitors every year, who experience a sense of joy, pride and understanding of human achievement as they stroll through our galleries and our beautiful heritage gardens. A year back when the pandemic was raging, CSMVS mobilised digital platforms, providing many joyful and enriching experiences to its audiences. We played our role in healing the society.