Gallery OED Contemporary Exhibitions

About this place

Gallery OED is a contemporary art gallery in the historic neighbourhood of Mattancherry, Kochi, dedicated to presenting modern and contemporary visual art through curated exhibitions, installations, and interdisciplinary cultural programmes. Located at OED Memoir, 5/600, Bazaar Road, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala – 682002, the gallery has established itself as an important venue within Kochi's thriving contemporary art landscape, complementing the city's reputation as a centre for artistic innovation fostered by initiatives such as the Kochi-Muziris Biennale. Gallery OED regularly showcases the work of emerging and established artists from across India through solo and group exhibitions that explore themes ranging from identity, memory, history, abstraction, and materiality to social and environmental narratives. The gallery's programme encourages dialogue between artists and audiences while making contemporary visual art accessible within one of Kochi's historic trading districts. The upcoming exhibition, "Contours: The Shape of Distance," is scheduled to run from 18 August to 18 September 2026 and explores ideas of landscapes, memory, and the passage of time through contemporary visual art, continuing the gallery's tradition of presenting concept-driven exhibitions. Earlier in 2026, Gallery OED hosted "SURFACE AS VOICE," a solo exhibition by Abhimanue Govindan that examined abstraction through layered visual forms, followed by "Kaalam," a site-responsive spatial installation created by Hashtag#Collective, which transformed the gallery courtyard into an immersive artistic environment engaging with space and temporality. These exhibitions reflect the gallery's commitment to supporting diverse artistic practices, including painting, sculpture, installation art, mixed media, and experimental contemporary expression. Situated along the culturally vibrant Bazaar Road, Gallery OED also benefits from its proximity to several heritage buildings, galleries, cafés, and cultural landmarks, making it a popular destination for visitors exploring Kochi's historic art district. The gallery is generally open from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, remaining closed on Tuesdays, and admission is free, allowing visitors to experience contemporary art in an accessible public setting. As exhibition schedules, participating artists, public programmes, and opening hours may vary throughout the year, Gallery OED announces the latest exhibition details, event calendars, and visitor information through its official channels for each exhibition.

🚆 Nearest Railway: Ernakulam Junction Railway Station / Ernakulam Town Railway Station

✈️ Airport: Cochin International Airport

🚌 Bus: Mattancherry Bus Stop / Kappalandimukku Bus Stop / Fort Kochi Bus Stand

🏨 Stay: Heritage hotels, boutique hotels, waterfront stays, and homestays available around Mattancherry, Fort Kochi, and the historic Bazaar Road area

✅ Notes: Usually hosted at Gallery OED in Mattancherry. The gallery presents contemporary art exhibitions, installations, photography showcases, paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media works by emerging and established artists, offering visitors an immersive cultural experience within Kochi's historic art district.