Pre-event Press Release
Pre-Event Press Release
The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels is organizing an art exhibition titled ‘Art for SDGs: The Mithila Heritage’ from 5 June to 20 June 2026 at the European External Action Service (EEAS) Headquarters, Brussels. The exhibition will showcase the rich and vibrant tradition of Mithila art, one of the Nepal’s most distinguished art forms.
Rooted in centuries-old tradition, Mithila art is a living cultural heritage of extraordinary significance. Characterised by its intricate geometric patterns, vibrant palette, and symbolic motifs drawn from nature, mythology, and daily life, Mithila art has long served as a medium through which communities, particularly women have expressed their values, aspirations and spiritual beliefs.
The theme ‘Art for SDGs: The Mithila Heritage’ connects Nepal’s cultural legacy with the global imperative of sustainable development. The exhibition will highlight how traditional Mithila art speaks to universal themes such as environmental stewardship, gender equality, social harmony, and human dignity; core principles that underpin the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through this exhibition, Nepal reaffirms that culture, heritage, and the arts are powerful vehicles for advancing the global development agenda.
The official opening of the exhibition will take place on 9 June 2026, at 14:00 hrs, at the EEAS headquarters, Brussels. The opening ceremony will be graced by high level dignitaries from European Union, Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Kingdom of Belgium, Embassies based in Belgium and Mithila artists from USA and Nepal. The event will offer guests a celebratory introduction to Mithila art and culture, featuring artists, followed by traditional dance performance, authentic Mithila cuisine, warm Nepali hospitality among others.
The exhibition welcomes all interested individuals including Friends of Nepal, Nepali community members, students, artists and the wider Nepali diaspora across the BENELUX Countries, from 5 June to 20 June 2026. Nepali organizations registered in BENELUX Countries and other leaders of the Nepali Society are highly encouraged to participate and support this initiative.
Those wishing to participate are requested to pre-register via the link provided below by 4 June 2026 with complete information. The requested information is mandatory for the entrance in the EU. Please carry a valid ID card on the day to ensure smooth and timely access in accordance with EU security requirements. We request friends from the media for wider dissemination of the information.
The event is organised by the Embassy of Nepal in Brussels, in collaboration with the Mithila Centre, USA and with the support of the EU.
Link for Registration: Registration form for Mithila Art Exhibition
Embassy of Nepal
Brussels, Belgium
